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)
Survey study for travellers and healthcare professionals on rabies risk
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Summer travel advice
If you’re planning a holiday abroad this summer, see our simple travel tips for a safe and healthy trip
Heading abroad to watch the FIFA Football World Cup?
Plan ahead and be aware of potential health risks
RCN and NaTHNaC 9th Joint Travel Health Conference 2026
Registration for this event is now open
NaTHNaC
Royal College of Nursing
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Getting to grips with dengue
A recording of this session is now available
NaTHNaC
Online Country Information updates: Measles
NaTHNaC has reviewed the measles risk for travellers and updated TravelHealthPro country-specific information pages with new measles guidance
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
Diphtheria in Australia
On 18 May 2026, the Australia Centre for Disease Control reported an increase in the number of diphtheria cases across Australia, with a total of 221 confirmed cases reported in 2026. The majority of cases have been reported in the Northern Territory (133 cases) and Western Australia (79 cases). Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on diphtheria.
Hantavirus - cruise ship
On 22 May 2026, the World Health Organization reported an Andes hantavirus case in a crew member of the MV Hondius cruise ship. The case had disembarked in Tenerife, was repatriated to the Netherlands and had been isolating since then. As of 22 May 2026, 12 confirmed cases and three deaths had been reported as part of the outbreak. On 25 May 2026, the Ministry of Health in Spain reported a new confirmed hantavirus case in an individual remaining in quarantine in Spain. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on hantavirus.
Ebola disease in DRC
As of 24 May 2026, a total of 101 confirmed and over 900 suspected Ebola disease cases, with ten confirmed and 220 suspected deaths, have now been reported from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Ebola disease.
Ebola disease in Uganda
On 25 May 2026, two additional confirmed cases of Ebola disease among healthcare workers were reported in Uganda. This brings the total number of reported cases in Uganda to seven, including one confirmed death. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Ebola disease.
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.
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.
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