![]() Several cases of human H5N1 have been confirmed in these worker cohorts in the UK (4 positive as of 10 July) and as appropriate they have been notified to the World Health Organization ( WHO). The study involves collecting throat and nose swabs from individuals who work intensively on poultry farms designated with high levels of confirmed or suspected H5N1 and continues to test new premises. UKHSA has proactively established a new Asymptomatic Avian Influenza Surveillance Study to further understand any potential infection risks for those working in close proximity to known infected flocks. Public interest in avian influenza remains high domestically and globally. We have issued targeted guidance to help enable people to take part in and enjoy these opportunities as safely as possible, including specific advice to festivalgoers and on Middle East Respiratory Syndrome ( MERS) for people participating in the Hajj and Umrah. Throughout the summer many people will come together for holidays, pride events, religious celebrations, etc. Summer also brings with it significant movement and mixing of people, both within the UK and overseas. However, it was received very positively by health and care sector partners and as temperatures have continued to rise and direct health service impacts reported, reporting has been mainstream and straightforward. The announcement generated recognition in the media, with some responses indicating the very significant risk to life, as well as the availability of very simple but effective practical mitigations, has not yet been universally accepted. This was subsequently extended due to continuing high temperatures. We have issued a range of communications and amplified guidance to help people understand sensible, proportionate steps they can take to protect their health.Įarlier in June, we issued the first Heat-Health Alert under our combined Adverse Weather and Health Plan, the latter published in April, with all of England being placed under a Yellow alert (unlikely to impact most people but could impact those who are particularly vulnerable). This includes changes in risk dynamic stemming both from changes in types of threat and in people’s activities and behaviours. Since the Board last met, summer has arrived in the UK in earnest, bringing with it changes in health protection risks. The effects of climate change have been clearly seen in the unprecedented global heat over the last month. Overview and update – achievements and challenges Health protection issues The Advisory Board is asked to note the update. ![]() ![]() This report gives a brief overview of the recent operational and response status of the UK Health Security Agency ( UKHSA) since the last Advisory Board. Sponsor: Jenny Harries, Chief Executive Purpose of the paper ![]()
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