Ally Boyle MBE

No better way to start the week than to hear the @fire_scot @AnthonyNolan partnership have had another donor! That is 121 families that given hope and patients a second chance. All because of our amazing volunteers, school partners and pupils. #WorkingTogetherSavingLives

Glasgow’s iconic Hydro will host the Glasgow 2026 Opening Ceremony this summer. 📣 And we need you! 🫵🏻 We are on the hunt for 700 enthusiastic, energetic volunteers to be part of something unforgettable. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 📲Find out more and get involved: bit.ly/4sXk9aU

We've published an update on the meningitis outbreak and what it means for Scotland. Read more here: publichealthscotland.scot/news/2026/marc…

In Scotland, people living in our poorest neighbourhoods are nearly 5x more likely to die from preventable illnesses than in our wealthiest. Our new strategy sets out how we'll address this deep inequality and change the direction of Scotland’s health 🔽 publichealthscotland.scot/10yearstrategy

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.

There are over 100 different types of blood cancer, but some are rarer than others. If you've been diagnosed with a rare blood cancer, it might be harder to find others who have it too, or truly understand ❤️ Share to help us raise awareness. #RareDiseaseDay

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 @scotgov, local partners and communities to reduce inequalities. More info⬇️ publichealthscotland.scot/publications/p…

In our latest blog, Dr Fatim Lakha, Consultant in Public Health Medicine and Dr Grant Wyper, Principal Epidemiologist reflect on the latest healthy life expectancy statistics published by @NatRecordsScot . Read it here:▶️publichealthscotland.scot/our-blog/2026/…

Meet Dr Claire Roddie, one of our incredible blood cancer researchers 👩‍🔬🔬 She's trying to understand why CAR T-cell therapy can be life-changing for some people with blood cancer, but not work as well for others.

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/vaccinesforchi…

Spotted outside Old Trafford 👀

This account is pure joy. Puts a smile on my face every time. Is there a Nobel prize for diplomacy and services to Paddington Bear.🙌🏻

Dr Garth Reid from @P_H_S_Official 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

Following the loss of the UK’s measles elimination status, Dr Claire Cameron talked with @BBCScotlandNews to explain the risks of measles and how vaccination is the best defence. 📺 Watch below and read more about the MMRV vaccine in our latest blog: publichealthscotland.scot/our-blog/2026/…

Parenting is hard, but if your child's had their vaccines, it means one less thing to worry about. For more information on childhood vaccinations visit nhsinform.scot/onelessthing #OneLessThing

Together We Can provides a focused, evidence-based framework to bring national and local partners together around a shared purpose The strategy sets out the practical steps we'll take when working with others to bring about collective action More info🔽 publichealthscotland.scot/news/2026/janu…

Today we've published our new 10-year strategy, Together We Can, which sets a bold and clear direction for improving the health of people across Scotland Join us as we work to improve life expectancy and narrow health inequalities across the next decade🔽 publichealthscotland.scot/10yearstrategy

All young people in S3 are offered the MenACWY and DTP vaccines which help protect against meningitis, diphtheria, tetanus and polio. Remember to #ChatSignProtect For more information visit nhsinform.scot/chat-sign-prot…

The Scottish Pandemic Sciences Partnership (SPSP) has launched a funding call for research to strengthen Scotland’s pandemic preparedness £150,000 for 12–24 months. 3 priority themes of data linkage, diagnostics or misinformation Deadline: 5 Feb 2026 ▶️ publichealthscotland.scot/spspfunding

If you work in health and social care, you’ve got a reason to get the flu vaccine, as you’re more likely to catch and spread flu. For more information and to book your appointment visit nhsinform.scot/flu #FluHitsHarder

Whether you're celebrating hard with a big group of pals tonight, or having a quiet night in with your besties, don't forget to remind everyone that 2026 is the year to join the stem cell register! 🎉 #NewYearsEve