We’ve published a review of UK studies which looked at people’s levels of physical activity and how they were negatively impacted by COVID-19 restrictions. The evidence suggests inequalities in physical activity behaviour increased between groups. ⬇️ publichealthscotland.scot/publications/c…

PHS has been recognised as part of an award-winning HIV research team at The Herald Higher Education Awards, held last night. Congratulations! 👏 Find out more: publichealthscotland.scot/news/2023/june… #HeraldHeds

Remember to book your spring booster; it's still the best protection we can offer against COVID-19.

Stay safe in the sun! Although a good source of #VitaminD it's important to protect against sunburn 🔸Wear at least SPF 30 and 4⭐️sunscreen 🔸Cover up with protective clothing, sunglasses 🔸Seek shade when hottest (11am-3pm) More info: nhsinform.scot/campaigns/summ… #PHSSummerInfo

If you’ve not received your first and/or second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine yet, it’s not too late. Drop-in clinics (for those aged 12 and above) are running across Scotland until 30 June. Check your local NHS Board’s website for details: nhsinform.scot/vaccinedropinc…

STAG audits the care and outcomes of the most severely injured patients in Scotland to support the Scottish Trauma Networks aim of #saving lives #giving life back. Thanks to Scottish Trauma Ntwk SAS Major Trauma NoS Trauma Network PaediatricMTC @EOSMajor South East Trauma Network West of Scotland MTC . #CAAW23

Very encouraging to see the work that has been done. As the services become better known and used by those in need we expect this to impact on the care that is provided.

Summertime brings opportunities to be physically active and be outdoors. We just want you to do it safely.

Save the date! 🗓️ 1 May 2024 📍 Glasgow This May, FPH in Scotland, Public Health Scotland and Scottish Directors of Public Health Group are hosting a major conference to bring together the public health community in Scotland. Conference website, abstract submission & more details to follow!

Good to see more information on these new drugs. Some are much more potent than their predecessors and carry a higher risk of accidental overdose and death. This helps people to understand the risk they may be taking.

If it's the one thing you do this Christmas - get vaccinated. The flu virus changes over time and COVID vaccine protection fades, so it's important you top up your protection.

It's great to see this initiative and to protect our children we should all put our support behind it.

Well done Garth Reid - you a great job.

Those that have not yet received their winter vaccinations are encouraged to come forward and make an appointment or check local arrangements. There are a range of vaccination sites available in each Health Board, with some now offering drop-ins too. nhsinform.scot/winter-vaccine…

There can be no doubt that nitazenes are circulating in Scotland. All healthcare workers who may encounter someone using these potent drugs need to remember that more than one dose of naloxone will be needed.

Be your neighbour's life line this Christmas.

Its your last invitation to get life long protection against these infections. Don't miss it!!

Our Director of Public Health Science, Dr Nick Phin, shares some top tips to help you stay safe and well this spring in his new blog. ▶️publichealthscotland.scot/our-blog/2024/…

Given the high levels of whooping cough at the moment this is probably one of the most important things you can do for your child.