Hantavirus cruise ship outbreak
WHO and UKHSA are monitoring a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship, with the risk to the UK public currently assessed as very low
Ebola disease in DRC and Uganda
The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed an outbreak of Ebola disease (EBOD) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo with imported cases in Uganda and declared this a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC)
NaTHNaC’s closure late May Bank Holiday
Telephone advice line service for health professionals and administration office will be closed for the Late May Bank Holiday
Survey study for travellers and healthcare professionals on rabies risk
Please help us to learn more about knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding rabies risk
Summer travel advice
If you’re planning a holiday abroad this summer, see our simple travel tips for a safe and healthy trip
RCN and NaTHNaC 9th Joint Travel Health Conference 2026
Registration for this event is now open
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Royal College of Nursing
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Getting to grips with dengue
A recording of this session is now available
NaTHNaC
Online Celebrating Pride abroad?
Be aware of risks, look after your health, get appropriate vaccinations and take condoms with you when you attend international Pride events
Mefloquine shortage
Shortage of 250mg mefloquine (Lariam) antimalarial tablets in the United Kingdom (UK) until the end of May 2026
Yellow fever update
Yellow fever cases continue to be reported in Africa and South America
World Malaria Day 25 April 2026
World Malaria Day is an opportunity to highlight the progress that has been made in eliminating malaria, but also to remember that it remains a significant problem in some countries
Ebola disease in Germany ex DRC
On 22 May 2026, the Charite University Hospital in Berlin reported that a US citizen medically evacuated from the Democratic Republic of the Congo with Ebola disease, has tested positive for Bundibugyo virus. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Ebola disease.
Chikungunya in French Guiana
As of 21 May 2026, a total of 249 laboratory confirmed chikungunya cases have been reported in French Guiana since the first locally acquired case was reported in January 2026. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on chikungunya.
Dengue in New Caledonia
As of 21 May 2026, a total of 1,786 dengue cases have now been reported in New Caledonia since January 2026. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on dengue.
Ebola disease in DRC
As of 22 May 2026, a total of 82 confirmed and 750 suspected Ebola disease cases, with seven confirmed and 177 suspected deaths, have now been reported in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Ebola disease.
Chikungunya in Mauritius
On 2 April 2026, the Ministry of Health and Wellbeing reported a significant increase in chikungunya cases. At the time, 105 active cases were reported, particularly in the regions of Rose-Hill, Quatre-Bornes, and Roches Brunes. On May 14, 2026 the US CDC issued a Travel Alert regarding an increased risk of chikungunya to travellers visiting Mauritius. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on chikungunya.
Mpox in Taiwan
On 19 May 2026, Taiwan reported the first imported case of clade Ib mpox. The case had visited Thailand and reported unsafe sexual activity. Please see our Topics in Brief for further details on mpox.
Murray Valley encephalitis in Australia
On 19 May 2026, local health authorities in the Northern Territory reported two deaths from Murray Valley encephalitis. Both cases were reported from Alice Springs, one in April and the other in May 2026. Travellers should avoid mosquito bites.
Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever in Afghanistan
As of 18 May 2026, 152 suspected cases (six deaths) of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) were reported during April 2026. This represents a 141% increase compared to 63 cases and five deaths reported in the March 2026. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on CCHF.
Hantavirus - cruise ship
On 18 May 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) stated that a total of 11 cases of Andes virus (nine confirmed and two probable), including three deaths have been reported in relation to the outbreak which began on the MV Hondius cruise ship. Previous reports from WHO state that confirmed cases are being treated and isolated in a number of countries (France, Netherlands, South Africa, Switzerland, and USA). Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on hantavirus.
MERS-CoV in France and Saudi Arabia
Between January 2025 and 29 April 2026, there have been 19 human cases of MERS reported – 17 reported by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and two reported by France in December 2025 in individuals who had travelled to the Middle East. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on MERS-CoV.
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