Press release: Research reveals levels of inappropriate prescriptions in England
At least 20% of all antibiotics prescribed in primary care in England are inappropriate according to research published by Public Health England (PHE). read more
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Press release: UK Public Health Rapid Support Team deploys to Nigeria
The team of experts is deploying to Nigeria to support the control of a Lassa fever outbreak. read more
Press release: Aquilon Medical Nebulisers: people urged to stop use immediately
People and healthcare organisations are being urged to check if they have the affected Aquilon series of nebulisers. read more
Press release: Public can expect ‘gold standard’ protection against flu next year
The NHS is asking GPs and pharmacists to ensure their influenza vaccine orders for the 2018 to 2019 season use the most effective vaccines for the population. read more
Press release: Local authorities should offer NHS Health Check to all eligible
PHE’s Chief Executive Duncan Selbie has asked all local authorities to offer the NHS Health Check to all eligible people. read more