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Three cases of a COVID-19 Variant of Concern first identified in Manaus, Brazil, have been identified in Scotland.

Public Health Scotland has today published an updated analysis of available data on the variation in outcomes by ethnic group among those tested positive for COVID-19 throughout the pandemic.

Our COVID-19 daily dashboard has been updated to include data on vaccinations received by individuals in Scotland

The reported effects of the pandemic

We have published the fifth release on data from the Scottish Intensive Care Society Audit Group (SICSAG)

Vaccination has been linked to a substantial reduction in the risk of COVID-19 admissions to Scotland’s hospitals

Public Health Scotland welcomes the announcement from Mental Health Minister Clare Haughey of the £120 million of funding for the Mental Health Recovery and Renewal Fund.

Public Health Scotland has published findings from two studies commissioned to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic – and related restrictions – on alcohol consumption in Scotland during its first few months.

Public Health Scotland and the Directors of Public Health in Scotland, have published a joint statement highlighting their support for all early learning and school children returning to face to face learning

#WheelsinMotion is a new campaign jointly supported by Public Health Scotland with our partners, Transport Scotland, Paths for All, Cycling Scotland, Cycling UK, Sustrans Scotland and Scottish Cycling. This shared campaign encourages people to leave the car at home in favour of walking, wheeling and cycling for essential journeys, wellbeing and exercise.