The Health Protection Agency (HPA) is an independent body that protects the health and well-being of the population. The Agency plays a critical role in protecting people from infectious diseases and in preventing harm when hazards involving chemicals, poisons or radiation occur.

We also prepare for new and emerging threats, such as a bio-terrorist attack or virulent new strain of disease.

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09 Jan 07

Justin McCracken appointed new Chief Executive of the Health Protection Agency

19 Dec 07

Recommendations on CT scanning

14 Dec 07

Raised public awareness of hepatitis C leads to 10% increase in diagnoses

29 Nov 07

Advice on risks from tritium

23 Nov 07

HPA warns of continuing HIV and STI epidemic in gay men

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8 Jan 08

Rapid Review Panel – new reviews added

8 Jan 08

Avian influenza – Algorithm A3 updated

2 Jan 08

Latest flu data published