ποΈ One month to go!
Vaccine Engagement Day 2026 is on 25 March. Our campaign resources are now live, so get ready to #CelebrateVaccines and highlight the vital role immunisation plays in protecting individuals & communities.
π Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3MI35X0
Gauri Godbole, Deputy Director, Gastrointestinal Infections, Food Safety and One Health at UKHSA, said: 'Raw pet food products can carry harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and Campylobacter, which can cause diarrhoea, stomach cramps and sometimes vomiting and fever. To reduce the risk of illness, pet owners should wash their hands thoroughly after handling raw pet food, clean and disinfect bowls, utensils and surfaces, store raw pet food separately from food for people and ensure good hygienic practices for handling of pet faeces.'
The Food Standards Agency (@foodgov.bsky.social) is reminding people to take care when handling raw pet food, following a survey that found some products can contain harmful bacteria that could make pets and their owners ill.
Read the story here: https://bit.ly/3Zo4BAl
Dr Vanessa Saliba, Consultant Epidemiologist at UKHSA, said: 'Infections can return quickly when childhood vaccine uptake falls; elimination is only possible if all children receive two MMRV doses before school. Older children and adults who missed vaccination must be caught up. The NHS is making vaccination easier, including offering the second MMRV dose earlier at a new 18-month appointment to boost uptake and support elimination goals.'
UKHSA responds to the confirmation from @WHO that the UK has lost its measles elimination status.
Read more from WHO here: https://bit.ly/3YZuOFa
We've got a new #kakapo webcam! It's on Rakiura's nest on Whenua Hou. She laid an egg yesterday (we caught that on camera), but isn't incubating it yet. Follow to (hopefully) watch her lay more! #conservation #birds
www.doc.govt.nz/our-work/kak...
A photo of a fridge door, showing kΔkΔpΕ nest breeding and status as of 8/1/2026. Credit: Andrew Digby
It's started! The 2026 #kakapo breeding season is under way, with the first nest found on Whenua Hou today. Pearl is on two eggs. #conservation #parrots #birds
Protecting our little ones is a top priority this New Year π
Give children the best start by keeping vaccinations up to date. Childhood vaccinations protect against serious diseases and keep our communities safe π€
Read our guide to childhood vaccines: https://bit.ly/455bTui
Good girl, Maia!
Weβre pleased to represent clinical immunology at the @rcpath.bsky.social Parliamentary event this afternoon to celebrate National Pathology Week and advocate for the crucial role of pathology services in successful delivery of the NHS 10 year plan.
We're delighted to see immunologists once again recognised by the #NobelPrize! π
Warm congratulations to the winners - their contributions have been vital in shaping our understanding of the immune system.
More here: www.immunology.org/news/british...
This new free guide from @britsocimm.bsky.social provides evidence based, reliable info for expectant parents on vaccines during pregnancy.
Please check it out and spread the word β¬οΈ
Please check out our new Patient and Public Involvement Network at @britsocimm.bsky.social β¬οΈ
Congratulations Hana!
π Congratulations to our ten incredible BSI Immunology Award winners! π
These awards celebrate the individuals & teams making a real difference in immunology.
π A huge well done to all winners & shortlisted nominees!
π See the full list here: https://bit.ly/3SYyXGf
Last chance to register for our "Omic Data Analysis & Visualisation" course, starting 2 June!
Boost your CV, learn hands-on skills, and easily fit the course around your schedule.
Don't forget, BSI members get 50% off! Sign up now before itβs too late π bit.ly/4i0d2Zx
Please help spread the word to reach as many #lupus patients, friends, relatives, and carers as possible!
@lupusuk.bsky.social
@lupuseurope.bsky.social
@thelupusforum.bsky.social
@royalfreecharity.org
@versusarthritis.bsky.social
@lupusresearch.bsky.social
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Today marks the start of #WorldImmunisationWeek! β
Get inspired by reading our latest #CelebrateVaccines blog, which explores how the new RSV vaccine is cutting NHS costs and protecting vulnerable populations.
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#VaccinesWork #HumanlyPossible
10 years after the tetanus vaccine was introduced to the UK vaccination programme, tetanus had almost disappeared in children under 15 π
Weβre celebrating the success of the tetanus vaccine in this weekβs #CelebrateVaccines blog!
π Click here: bit.ly/42CgrZN
Lovely photo, Hana
Learn more about how vaccines work to protect us from infectious diseases #CelebrateVaccines β¬οΈ
Today is the @britsocimm.bsky.social's Vaccine Engagement Day!
Here at Oxford, we're expanding our focus to explore the potential of vaccines for cancer prevention.
Find out about our preliminary & ongoing work on our website. β¬οΈ #CelebrateVaccines
www.cancer.ox.ac.uk/research/net...
βͺβYour immune system protects you from disease throughout your life, but as you get older it needs an extra helping hand.β π©Ίπ€§
Find out more about the additional vaccines you may be offered as you age.
#CelebrateVaccines
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β¨Itβs Vaccine Engagement Day from @britsocimm.bsky.social β¨
Join us as we #CelebrateVaccines & share evidence based resources about how vaccines work and improve public health π
Tomorrow is Vaccine Engagement Day! π
Get involved in this important initiative which aims to empower informed decisions and spread positivity about vaccines.
π Check out our webpage to find out how to participate: bit.ly/3Rasp6s
#CelebrateVaccines
Houses of Parliament on a sunny day
At Parliament today representing @britsocimm.bsky.social for a meeting of the APPG on Diversity & Inclusion in STEM on EDI strategies in STEM.
Thought provoking discussion on importance of taking action to improve diversity in science sector as a lever to drive growth & innovation.
Looking forward to @britsocimm.bsky.social Vaccine Engagement Day on Wed 26 Marchβ¨
An excellent opportunity to share resources and info about vaccinations to enable people to make informed health choices π
#CelebrateVaccines
New statement from @britsocimm.bsky.social on number of measles cases in Europe & importance of making sure youβre protected through vaccination β¬οΈ
An Irish setter with dark red fur in the sun
Breakfast β
Walk β
Playtime β
Now for bath and grooming to get Ella ready for #Crufts tomorrow π
Wonderful to see this new training programme for immunology nurses launch!
The @britsocimm.bsky.social Immunology Awards 2025 are now open for nominations. π«
Wide array of categories including public engagement, teaching and EDI. Please spread the word and send in your nominations! π#BSIImmunologyAwards
𧡠This #WorldCancerDay, weβre spotlighting groundbreaking #immuno-oncology research published in our journal. Thanks to researchers' efforts, new therapies and prevention strategies are improving lives worldwide. (1/8)
