Public Health Scotland

📢 Early bird registration is now open for the Scottish Public Health Conference 2026!  Join us to explore how we can turn policy into action to improve Scotland’s health.  Student and third sector tickets also available. 🔗 scotphconf.org/ #ScotPH26 Faculty of Public Health

Our health is shaped by a range of factors like work, income, housing, education, local environment and community. Together We Can, our 10 year strategy, sets out how we’ll act upon them to create a fairer, healthier future for everyone. 🔽 https://www.publichealthscotland.scot/10yearstrategy

It’s #LymeDiseaseAwarenessMonth and we’re sharing simple advice on ticks, symptoms and what to do if bitten. If you spot a spreading rash or feel flu‑like, contact your GP. For more information visit ⬇️ nhsinform.scot/lyme-disease #BeTickAware

Out on the farm, at a petting zoo or on the go - hand hygiene matters wherever you go 🧼 For #WorldHandHygieneDay, Professor Dominic Mellor shares simple handwashing tips to help stop the spread of germs. More advice ⬇️ https://ow.ly/lnSQ50YEtsZ

Save the date! 📣📆 The Scottish Public Health Conference returns on 24 November 2026, bringing together voices from across sectors to explore the theme: From Frameworks to Future: Realising Scotland’s Population Health Ambitions.

Vaccines are proven to save lives by reducing the spread of disease. Look out for your child’s vaccine letters in the post. For more information on childhood vaccinations visit nhsinform.scot/onelessthing #OneLessThing

Help keep your little ones well this spring 🐣 Have child-friendly remedies at home and if your child relies on a repeat prescription check you've enough for over the Easter hols. If you need more, order only what you need and in plenty of time. More health advice at advicenhsinform.scot/spring

Feeling unwell? 🤢 Get the all the advice you need quickly and easily with the NHS 24 website. Using their symptom checkers, you’ll get all the right answers from the experts. Visit nhsinform.scot/spring to find out more

Need advice for Spring illnesses like coughs or colds? 🤧 Get the advice you need quickly and easily with the NHS 24 website. Using their symptom checkers, you’ll get all the right answers from the experts. Visit www.nhsinform.scot/spring to find out more

This #NationalNoSmokingDay Dr Garth Reid from Public Health Scotland shares 3 things everyone should know about smoking: 1️⃣ 1 in 5 deaths are caused by smoking 2️⃣ The benefits of quitting happen quickly 3️⃣ Free support is ready for you at QuitYourWay.scot It’s always a good time to quit #QuitYourWay

Misogynistic content can be an everyday part of many young people's lives online - and it's affecting how boys see girls in real life. The most powerful thing you can do? Start the conversation. Find out how at parentclub.scot

Today is #HPVAwarenessDay. HPV is common and often has no symptoms. It usually clears on its own, but some types can cause cancer. In Scotland, all S1 pupils get the HPV vaccine to help protect against HPV‑related cancers. Visit nhsinform.scot/hpv to learn more.

Vaccines are proven to save lives by reducing the spread of disease. Look out for your child’s vaccine letters in the post. For more information on childhood vaccinations visit nhsinform.scot/onelessthing #OneLessThing

Our new policy guide highlights our 10-year strategy and is designed to support partners with practical steps needed to improve Scotland’s health. We’re committed to working with Scottish Government, local partners and communities to reduce inequalities. More info⬇️ https://ow.ly/Vmvx50YmReE

Shingles can be very painful and is more common among older people. Watch this short video to find out more about shingles. For more information visit nhsinform.scot/shingles #ShinglesVaccineScot

All young people in S3 are offered their final dose of the MenACWY and DTP vaccines to top up their immunity. Hear more from our NHS Scotland vaccinator in this short clip. For more information visit nhsinform.scot/chat-sign-protect #ChatSignProtect

Prof. Jim McMenamin was interviewed on BBC Radio Scotland Drivetime to discuss the rising cases of measles detected amongst children in England, and what this could mean for Scotland. For more information about the MMRV vaccine visit nhsinform.scot/vaccinesforchildren

Vaccines are proven to save lives by reducing the spread of disease. Look out for your child’s vaccine letters in the post. For more information on childhood vaccinations visit nhsinform.scot/onelessthing #OneLessThing

We believe in a fairer, healthier Scotland. By 2035, we want to boost life expectancy and narrow the inequality gap between our communities. Find out how in our strategy, Together We Can, and join us in creating a Scotland where everybody thrives. ▶️ publichealthscotland.scot/10yearstrategy

Dr Garth Reid from Public Health Scotland shares 3 things everyone should know about smoking: 1️⃣ 1 in 5 deaths are caused by smoking 2️⃣ The benefits of quitting happen quickly 3️⃣ Free support is ready for you at QuitYourWay.scot It’s always a good time to quit. #QuitYourWay