Guidance

Skin lesions in newly arrived migrants

Recognising and managing infections of public health importance

• From: UK Health Security Agency
• Published: 30 January 2025

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Skin lesions in newly arrived migrants: recognising and managing infections of public health importance

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Table: Identification, clinical features and required actions for common pathogens causing skin lesions of public health importance

Ref: GOV-17937

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This guidance is for clinicians and accommodation providers working with newly arrived migrants in England, in particular people seeking asylum who have arrived by small boat where there may be an increased risk of skin lesions compared to other arrival routes.

Use this guidance in conjunction with Outbreak management in short term asylum seeker accommodation and the Migrant Health Guide. The Migrant Health Guide has more comprehensive advice and guidance on the health needs of migrant patients for healthcare practitioners.

Published 30 January 2025