Scottish Burden of Disease Study
Disease-specific forecasts of prevalence and burden

About this release

This release by Public Health Scotland (PHS) includes summary reports detailing analyses carried out by the Scottish Burden of Disease study (SBoD) to project the prevalence of atrial fibrillation, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and chronic liver disease over the next two decades..

Analyses contained in this release builds on previous work carried out in 2022 by the SBoD study, by incorporating information on historic trends of the prevalence of the condition, alongside projected changes in the Scottish population.

Any changes to disease prevalence will have important implications for public health and the health and social care system in Scotland. These outputs are intended to contribute to the evidence base to support decision-makers in addressing these challenges.

Further information

The Scottish Burden of Disease (SBoD) study is a national, and local, population health surveillance system which monitors how diseases, injuries and risk factors prevent the Scottish population from living longer lives in better health. Burden of disease assessment help us to understand which diseases and injuries pose the greatest threat to population health and wellbeing, which can be used to shape decisions on how to use limited resources for maximum population health benefit.