Health Protection Matters - Summer 2008

Synopsis

In this issue:

Health effects of climate change

One of the most significant problems mankind faces

SunSmart campaign

Cancers could be prevented if we protect ourselves from the sun

Tick recording

Ticks carrying Lyme disease are a growing problem in the UK

UK national influenza A H5 laboratory network

Rapid testing response to suspect H5N1 clinical cases

What will HPV immunisation do for health protection in the UK?

An opportunity to achieve sustainable improved health

Public health research

Modifying and developing the role and priorities of the HPA

 

Last reviewed: 13 October 2009