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A Scotland where everybody thrives
Our strategic plan reaffirms our purpose as Scotland’s national public health body; continuing to work to prevent disease, prolong healthy life and promote health and wellbeing across the country.
COVID-19 spring vaccines
We have guidance and resources for professionals who are supporting the COVID-19 spring vaccination programme.
The role of prevention in public health
Helping to improve lives for Scotland’s communities by stopping issues from developing in the first place is a key part of our work. Find out more about the role of prevention in Scotland’s public health using our online guide.
Measles in Scotland
As measles cases continue to increase across other parts of the UK and Europe, we’re working with health boards to closely monitor the number of cases in Scotland. Weekly updates will be published on Thursdays.
Featured publications
Reporting on viral respiratory diseases in Scotland
Every month, we publish our surveillance report and the accompanying interactive dashboard is updated. Together, these provide comprehensive epidemiological information on respiratory infection activity across Scotland.
How to save a life: emergency drug overdose response and harm reduction advice
Overdoses are medical emergencies that can be life threatening. This booklet provides emergency response to a drug overdose, and harm reduction advice.