Infectious disease outbreaks should be reported to UKHSA on 0300 3038162
Examples of infectious diseases and national guidance on dealing with these can be found at:
https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/infectious-diseases-detailed-information
Good hygiene and infection control are vital in preventing the spread of infectious diseases.
Read useful advice on:
- The best way to wash your hands
- Care Homes: Infection prevention and control
- Schools and Childcare: Preventing and controlling infections
- Infection Prevention and Control - Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Antibiotic resistance: what is it and what can we do about it?
- As bacteria continue to develop resistance to antibiotics, we have fewer effective treatments for infections.
- To find out more about antibiotic resistance, see
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/antibiotics/antibiotic-antimicrobial-resistance/
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI’s)
See our Sexual Health page.