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In our latest blog, Dr Fatim Lakha, Consultant in Public Health Medicine and Dr Grant Wyper, Principal Epidemiologist at Public Health Scotland (PHS) reflect on the latest healthy life expectancy statistics published by the National Records of Scotland (NRS). They explain what the figures mean for Scotland, offer insight into why progress has stalled, and outline how PHS will work with partners to realise the vision of our new 10-year strategy.

Flu season has arrived about a month earlier than usual in Scotland, and cases are rising rapidly. Early data across the UK suggest that a new “drifted” type of flu virus may be circulating this winter.

A study published today and authored by a team from PHS and the University of Strathclyde, shows that the new RSV vaccine has significantly reduced hospital admissions for eligible older adults in Scotland. Dr Kimberly Marsh, interim Respiratory Viral Pathogens Lead at PHS, shares her thoughts on why the vaccine and this study matter to us all.

In our latest blog, Professor Dominic Mellor, Consultant in Veterinary Public Health, provides an update on the ongoing outbreak of bird flu that has swept across the globe and offers helpful advice to both the public and those who keep birds that can help minimise the risk of the virus being spread.

This guest blog explores the approach and reflections from Samantha Stewart, Research and Peer Engagement Senior Officer at SDF, alongside peer researchers, who facilitated the completion of a survey across Scotland for the National Mission evaluation.

Dr Karen Conduit-Turner, Public Health Registrar at NHS Tayside joined Public Health Scotland (PHS) for 10 months to work with the Public Health and Sustainable Transport Partnership. Here, she reflects on the importance of bus services for health in local communities.

This year, World Obesity Day highlights that obesity is a global issue, exploring the scale of the challenge and the opportunities to create healthier, fairer systems for everyone. Claire Hislop, Organisational Lead, Food and Physical Activity, reflects on our recent Improving Diet and Healthy Weight conference and the power of partnership it demonstrated.

Spending time outdoors is great for our physical and mental health. Professor Dominic Mellor, Consultant in Veterinary Public Health at Public Health Scotland, shares some top tips on how to keep well while exploring the outdoors this spring.

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and Dr Selene Huntley, Advanced Healthcare Scientist at Public Health Scotland, shares what Lyme disease is, how it can be prevented by being tick aware, and how to spot symptoms if you have been bitten

In this blog, Michael Kellet, Director of Strategic Governance and Performance at Public Health Scotland (PHS), reflects on how our new 10-year strategy was developed with and for the people of Scotland - drawing on the perspectives, priorities, and evidence gathered from those who know our communities best.