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A new report has analysed the changes to the severity of COVID-19 as it has evolved throughout the pandemic and has highlighted the need for ongoing resourcing and investment in our data gathering and surveillance systems to similarly adapt.

Figures published show there have been 34 laboratory-confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in Scotland since 23 May 2022. This includes an additional two cases since our last report on 28 June 2022.

Public Health Scotland has published three interim reports which evaluate various aspects of the flu and COVID-19 vaccination programmes.

A new practice development hub for reducing inequalities is now available on the PHS Virtual Learning Environment. Primarily for those in public service roles, it aims to improve skills and day to day working practice so that action can be taken to reduce inequalities.

Figures published today show there have been 26 laboratory-confirmed cases of monkeypox reported in Scotland since 23 May 2022. This is an increase of eight cases since our last report.

Investigations into cases of sudden onset hepatitis (liver inflammation) in children aged 10 and under are continuing and have identified a further three cases since our previous report on 10 June, bringing the total number of cases identified in Scotland to 35.

Public Health Scotland has published today a national report that details the current status of the implementation of new treatment standards that aim to improve access, choice and care for people who experience drug problems.

PHS has published the 'Monitoring and Evaluating Scotland’s Alcohol Strategy (MESAS) Report 2022', which provides the latest available information on alcohol consumption, price, related harms and inequalities.

As cases of COVID-19 increase across Scotland, people who are older or who have a weakened immune system are being encouraged to get the spring booster vaccination in order to increase their levels of protection.

A new learning hub dedicated to challenging weight stigma has launched on Public Health Scotland’s (PHS) virtual learning platform.