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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mpox in Scotland
With the World Health Organisation having declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern, we are working closely with NHS Boards to prepare for any cases that we might see. Updates will be published here.
Featured publications
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National monthly report of confirmed cases of pertussis in Scotland
This monthly report by Public Health Scotland describes laboratory-confirmed cases of pertussis in Scotland for 2024 and trends in confirmed cases of pertussis (whooping cough) over the last ten years.
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Have your say in improving our statistical publications
We want to understand how users currently engage with and access PHS statistics and data, as well as gaining feedback about what improvements should be prioritised to help ensure data best meets user needs.