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New analysis from the National Records of Scotland (NRS) today of deaths registered up to 14 June shows that deaths among people from the South Asian ethnic group were almost twice as likely to involve COVID-19 than deaths in the White ethnic group.

From Thursday 13 January, PHS will begin reporting on the number of people with a COVID-19 infection confirmed by either a PCR or first LFD positive test reflecting recent changes to the COVID-19 testing strategy.

Public Health Scotland respond to the Scottish Government’s 2020-21 Programme for Government.

Findings from a Scottish study show that teachers were not at an increased risk of being admitted to hospital with COVID-19 compared to other working age adults between March 2020 and July 2021.

Public Health Scotland once more stands with our partners in supporting the national campaign to highlight that poverty in Scotland is a problem that can be solved.

Public Health Scotland (PHS) has today launched a new strategy which presents a digital ambition to deliver a world-class public health system for a Scotland where everybody thrives.

Angiolina Foster CBE was today announced as the new Chair of the Public Health Scotland Board. Ms Foster will take up the role on 1 September 2021.

Public Health Scotland (PHS) has collaborated with Higher Education Institutions to create a comprehensive repository for COVID-19 Research in Scotland

Today marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, which recognises the positive impact of nature on mental health and wellbeing.

Public Health Scotland (PHS) was established one year ago today, on Wednesday 1 April 2020