Ebola, Marburg and Oropouche outbreaks
Ebola cases have been reported in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. A case of Marburg virus disease has been reported in Uganda and multi-country outbreak of Oropouche is ongoing. Keep up to date with the news and outbreak information if you are travelling to affected areas.
Cyclospora and summer travel
A reminder about Cyclospora infection and how to reduce your risk
Yellow fever update
Yellow fever cases continue to be reported in Africa and South America
Wildfires and industrial fires
Advice for travellers affected by wildfires or industrial fires during their trip
RCN and NaTHNaC 9th Joint Travel Health Conference 2026
Registration for this event is open and the full programme is now available
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Updated TravelHealthPro infographics
We have reviewed our travel-specific infographics to ensure they provide clear, up-to-date guidance
UKHSA publishes data on selected travel-associated infections
Case numbers of selected travel-associated infections reported in England, Wales and Northern Ireland: January to June 2026
Changes to NaTHNaC telephone contact numbers
Our Advice Line and General Enquiries telephone numbers are due to change in August 2026
Marburg disease in Uganda
The World Health Organization has reported a confirmed case of Marburg disease in Uganda
Getting to grips with measles and travel
A recording of this session is now available
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Updated guidelines for malaria prevention in travellers from the UK
UK Health Security Agency have published updated malaria guidelines for 2026
Shigella and Salmonella cases reported in travellers returning from Cape Verde
A food and water hygiene reminder
Worldwide dengue risk reminder
Dengue is a mosquito-spread virus found in tropical and subtropical world regions, including parts of mainland Europe
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South Kivu
Haut-Uele
Ebola disease in DRC
As of 21 July 2026, a total of 2536 confirmed Ebola disease (Bundibugyo virus) cases, and 1033 confirmed deaths, have now been reported in five provinces: Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Tshopo and Haut-Uele. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Ebola disease.
Chikungunya in Costa Rica
On 13 July 2026, the U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica reported an outbreak of chikungunya in Playa Langosta and the surrounding Guanacaste coast including the Santa Cruz area. 45 suspected cases (four confirmed, 17 probable) have been recorded. On 16 July 2026 the US CDC issued a Travel Alert regarding an increased risk of chikungunya to travellers visiting this area. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on chikungunya.
Hantavirus in Venezuela
As of 21 July 2016, three deaths from hantavirus have been reported in Boca del Pao, Anzoátegui State. Please see UKHSA guidance for more details on hantavirus.
Dengue in Peru
As of 28 June 2026, 34,820 cases (36 deaths) of dengue have been reported in Peru since the start of the year. A total of 39,211 cases (56 deaths) were reported during the whole of 2025. Serotypes DENV-1, DENV-2 and DENV-3 have been recorded. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on dengue.
Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever in Afghanistan
The World Health Organization have reported 483 suspected cases (21 deaths) of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) during June 2026 alone. This represents a 174% increase compared to the 176 cases and nine deaths reported in the May 2026. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on CCHF.
Measles in Guatemala
As of 11 July 2026, a total of 27,145 measles cases have been reported in 2026. The substantial increase in case numbers reflects a retrospective update of cases in Guatemala and a change in case reporting. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on measles.
West Nile virus in Italy
As of 17 July 2026, a total of 21 cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in Italy. Please see our Topics in Brief article on West Nile virus.
Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever in Spain
As of 15 July 2026, a second case of locally acquired Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) has been reported in Salamanca. The timing of these cases aligns with the expected seasonal pattern of CCHF in Spain. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever.
Legionnaires' disease in USA
As of 20 July 2026, 76 confirmed cases of Legionnaires' disease, including 4 deaths have been reported in a community cluster in Upper East Side neighbourhoods of Carnegie Hill and Yorkville, New York City.
Cyclosporiasis in USA
As of 18 July 2026, over 1,644 confirmed cases of Cyclospora have been reported in a multistate outbreak since 1 May 2026. An additional 5,100 cases are under investigation. Cases have been linked to contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce.
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