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New figures from National Records of Scotland show that life expectancy in Scotland has increased in the latest three-year period (2022–2024)*. Life expectancy remains similar to pre-pandemic levels and continues to be lower than in other UK nations.  Males and females living in Scotland’s most deprived areas can expect to live around 13. 2 and 10. 5 fewer years, respectively, than those living in our least deprived areas.

Flu activity continues to increase in Scotland

Public Health Scotland has published its latest annual human papillomavirus (HPV) immunisation report, which shows that uptake remains lower than rates seen prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Public Health Scotland is recruiting three new members to join our Board.

In collaboration with Public Health Scotland, Nesta, an innovation agency for social good, has published two key publications which explore how Scotland’s planning system can be used to create healthier food environments and support efforts to reduce obesity and health inequalities.

An encouraging new study by Public Health Scotland, in collaboration with the Universities of Edinburgh and Strathclyde, confirms the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine provides strong and sustained protection against cervical disease that can develop into cancer.

Current estimates from the Scottish Health Survey show that around two-thirds of Scottish adults are overweight, and one-third are living with obesity.

You can get involved in our next Annual Review, which takes place on Friday 7 November 2025.

Findings from a paper published in the medical journal, Eurosurveillance, show that fully vaccinated children aged 8 weeks to 17 years were 69% less likely to be hospitalised with whooping cough (pertussis).