Got questions about #mpox clade 1❓ Find the essential info in our latest blog post, including the symptoms and how it's transmitted. Read more: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2024/08/23/mpo…

Whooping cough is serious. The first symptoms include a runny nose, red and watery eyes, a sore throat and a slightly raised temperature. For more information on the signs and symptoms of whooping cough, visit nhsinform.scot/whoopingcoughs… #WhoopingCoughScot

Legionnaires' disease surveillance data is now published annually in Scotland and our latest report out this week covers 2023. Read more here: publichealthscotland.scot/news/2024/augu…

Join us for an online discussion about the future health of Scotland. Paul Johnston, Chief Executive of Public Health Scotland will be in conversation with Chris Deerin on Monday 2 Sept. More details & to register⬇️ reformscotland.com/event/preventi…

🆕👏We're excited to launch our series of FREE Masterclass Webinars for anyone wanting to better understand how to take a place-based approach! ⭐️💻Find out more and sign up to our first Webinar Place and Place-Based Approaches on 18th September here: bit.ly/3z0ziln

The University of Strathclyde is leading a research programme on the effect of Scotland’s justice system on public health. The study aims to improve the health of disadvantaged communities & how health, crime, criminalisation & victimisation intersect. strath.ac.uk/whystrathclyde…

If your child is in primary or secondary school, look out for their consent form from school and help beat flu with a wee scoosh. Find out more at nhsinform.scot/childflu #WeeScoosh

We are issuing a public health warning after lab results from counterfeit vodka seized earlier this month confirmed the presence of the chemical isopropyl, which can be harmful if consumed. Visit our website for further information at: bit.ly/478Qh1B

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to remember those who have been affected by a drug overdose, as well as their friends, families and communities. For #IOAD2024, Dr Tara Shivaji, PHS's lead for drugs and alcohol, recorded this message. #TogetherWeCan

Severe and life-threatening diseases such as measles, meningitis and septicaemia can spread easily in colleges and universities. Fortunately, there are free vaccines that can help protect you against these. For more information visit nhsinform.scot/vaccinesforstu… #Vaccines4Students

We’re evaluating Perinatal & Infant Mental Health Services. Do you work with women or babies in the perinatal period and employed in the statutory sector? We want to hear from you. Please take 10 minutes to complete this short survey. survey.natcen.ac.uk/PNIMHstaff

Our national statistical reports provide information on demand for/use of health and social care services in Scotland. Latest includes: 🔹 Immunisations and vaccine-preventable diseases 🔹 Learning disabilities and complex needs publichealthscotland.scot/publications/ #StatsTuesday

Screening remains one of the most effective ways to find cancer earlier. If you’re eligible for screening, don’t ignore your invite. Find out more at getcheckedearly.org #BeTheEarlyBird

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory illness. It can be severe and lead to people being admitted to hospital — especially babies and older adults. The vaccine is the best way to get protected. For more info visit nhsinform.scot/rsv-adult #RSVvaccineScot

We have published routine data on #mpox clade 2b cases, which we've seen since 2022 in the UK. These numbers are not part of the current outbreak of mpox clade 1 reported in the DRC & several neighbouring countries. [1/2]

Join Irene Beautyman, Place and Wellbeing Partnership Lead from the Shaping Places for Wellbeing Programme for the first of a series of Masterclass Webinars, for anyone wanting to better understand how to take a place-based approach. 🗓️Wednesday 18th September 🕚11am - 12 noon

We’re looking to gather views from users of our National Drug and Alcohol Waiting Times data. If you use these data, please take part in the survey to help us shape future delivery: surveys.publichealthscotland.scot/495791?lang=en 📲Survey live until 17 October

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are increasing in Scotland. Look after yourself and your sexual partner. Having safer sex with a condom keeps you and them safe. Get free condoms, sexual health advice, and find sexual health services at nhsinform.scot/safersex #SafeIsSexy

Join us in taking part in #SuicidePreventionWeek starting Sunday 8 Sept. We'll also be marking #WorldSuicidePreventionDay with a new blog on changing the narrative around suicide. Download campaign assets on Google Drive from Suicide Prevention Scotland 📲 ow.ly/4G0L50Teewg

Invasive meningococcal disease is one of the major causes of meningitis. The best way to protect yourself is to make sure you've had the free MenACWY vaccine before you start university and college. For more information visit nhsinform.scot/vaccinesforstu… #Vaccines4Students