Staying well during Summer Term

Dear teachers,

School Holiday Hygiene reminders

School holidays offer students a chance to unwind, but it is easy for good hygiene habits to slip during this time. As students return to school, it is crucial to reinforce proper hygiene practices to prevent the spread of infections. e-Bug’s teaching materials are excellent resources for helping teachers and students to prevent infections spreading. Additionally, you can display the '6 Steps to Handwashing' poster near classroom sinks to remind students of the correct handwashing sequence.

🌟 Inspire your students this World Immunisation Week with e-Bug! 🌟

World Immunisation Week 2025, is running from April 24^th to 30^th April. This week-long event aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccines in protecting people of all ages from diseases. By collaborating to achieve universal vaccine coverage, we can work towards a healthier future for everyone.

This year's theme, "Uniting for Universal Vaccine Coverage," aligns perfectly with our mission at e-Bug, to educate children and young people about the importance of vaccines in keeping themselves and the community safe from infections and disease spread.

To help enhance this understanding in the classroom, we have created an engaging activity that will allow students to explore the benefits and science behind vaccines. This can be found on our website throughout the public health campaign. Additionally, you can utilise our comprehensive vaccine lesson plans covering KS2-KS4, along with our vaccine debate cards to foster critical thinking and discussion.

Share your insights

We have teamed-up with partners in France and Norway to create lesson plans on vector-borne diseases (diseases caused by ticks and mosquitoes). Thanks to everyone who joined our initial focus groups!

We are now moving to phase two: developing the lesson plans and gathering feedback – and we need your help. We need primary and secondary school teachers in science (biology), geography, and PSHE to join focus group discussions across England.

Interested? Fill out this form or contact us at e-Bug@ukhsa.gov.uk.

Welcome to the Germ Busters Academy!

At e-Bug, we are passionate about ensuring wraparound messaging to children and young people about the spread of infection and the proper use of antibiotics. After extensive discussions and visits to after-school clubs, we have created the Germ Busters Academy Activity Pack for after-school settings. This resource aims to teach children (aged 5-16) about infection spread, antimicrobial resistance, and the impact of climate change on antimicrobial resistance in a fun and engaging way.

We are keen to now pilot this resource in after-school clubs. If your club or setting is interested, please complete this form or contact us at e-Bug@ukhsa.gov.uk.

Special thanks to the facilitators who contributed their insights during phase 1 of the project.

Join "Beat the Bugs"!

We are excited to announce the upcoming update of the "Beat the Bugs" course, designed for 16–25-year-olds with learning disabilities. This program teaches self-care, hygiene, and proper antibiotic use. We are looking to promote the programme in various community groups across England.

Get Involved! If you or a community group you know would like to participate, please fill out our form or email us at  e-Bug@ukhsa.gov.uk.

Let's promote health and hygiene together!

Celebrate World Food Safety Day! World Food Safety Day highlights the importance of safe, nutritious food for health. The World Health Organisation reports nearly 200 diseases linked to unsafe food, causing 1.6 million illnesses daily - ranging from diarrhoea to cancers. Take Action! Use e-Bug SafeConsume resources for KS3-KS4, developed with international partners, to boost knowledge and promote food hygiene and safety. Let's reduce foodborne illnesses together!