UKHSA London region

Heading abroad over summer? Londoners are being urged to protect against common travel-related illnesses. See what our Regional Deputy Director for London, Dr Yimmy Chow, had to say👇 @ProfKevinFenton @londoncouncils @NHSEnglandLDN @LDN_Health

The sunshine is welcome for many, but for some, the #heat can be a serious health concern. ☀⚠ Our blog post shares advice on how to spot and treat heat-related illnesses, so you can keep your cool while helping others cool down. 🔗 bit.ly/4nFMWPp #Heatwave

Off on an adventure abroad? Whether you’re heading for a bit of sun or a long-awaited hug from mum, our blog post helps you stay well while you #travel. 🧳 🔗 ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/02/the…

There is a severe risk of wildfires in #London currently so we're asking Londoners to take extra care to prevent fires starting accidentally. We're also urging people to avoid cooling off in rivers & lakes as these come with hidden dangers & other risks. london-fire.gov.uk/news/2025-news…

We're expecting very hot weather in London over the coming days. Please take these steps to stay well: 💧 Stay hydrated 🧴 Wear sunscreen ⛱️ Find shade 💊 Carry your medication / inhaler 💚 Check on elderly relatives / neighbours Save 999 for life-threatening emergencies.

⚠️We have now escalated the London heat-health alert to amber until 9am on Mon 14th July. It will then go back to a yellow alert from 9am on Mon 14th July until 10am on Tue 15th July. Make sure to look out for vulnerable family, friends and neighbours: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/10/why…

We have issued a yellow heat-health alert for London until Tue 15th Jul at 10:00. Look out for vulnerable family, friends and neighbours. Make sure they know how to keep cool and hydrated. Find out more from our recent blog: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/10/why…

If you’re a gay or bisexual man or a transgender woman, having condomless sex with new or casual partners, you should get tested for STIs and HIV every 3 months. Find a sexual health clinic: bit.ly/3TpYlVM More on PrEP: bit.ly/4lBYrW6 #Pride #PrideinLondon

#Measles spreads easily and can lead to serious illness. The #MMR vaccine protects you and those around you. 🏥 Check you’re up to date and catch up if needed. 🛡 🔗 nhs.uk/MMR

What does #UV mean for you and me? 🤔☀ You might know it causes sun damage and increases the risk of skin cancer, but did you know it also helps our bodies make #VitaminD? Our blog post shines a light on how to stay safe when the UV levels are high. 🔗 ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/27/wha…

Are you going away in July? ✈️ If you’re counting down the days to your summer getaway, check the latest health advice, even for places you’ve been before. 🗺📌 🔗 travelhealthpro.org.uk

Heading to Wimbledon this week? 🎾 Very hot today and tomorrow, then cooler Wednesday with the risk of a few showers 🌦️

With warm weather in the forecast, find out more about how to stay cool 👇

As the heatwave continues in London, please take extra steps to stay well: 💧 Stay hydrated 🧴 Wear sunscreen ⛱️ Find shade 💊 Carry your medication / inhaler 💚 Check on elderly relatives / neighbours Use 111 if you need urgent medical advice but it's not life-threatening.

⚠️ Together with @metoffice we have extended the amber heat-health alert for London until 9am on Wednesday 2 July. Read more about the risks of adverse weather: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/11/hea…

Even if you've visited a country before, it's important to know what disease outbreaks there might be in the area you'll be travelling to. 🦟 Check: travelhealthpro.org.uk