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We investigated the cause of an unexplained outbreak of hepatitis in children in the UK – here's what we found

In the spring of 2022, a paediatric gastroenterologist treating children in the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow issued an alert to Public Health Scotland (PHS), warning of an unusual outbreak of hepatitis cases in her clinic.

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Cancer risk 30 per cent higher in most deprived areas of Scotland, report finds

THE risk of developing cancer was 30 higher in the most deprived areas of Scotland in 2021, new figures showed...

The National (Scotland)

No records kept in Scotland for children falling ill from vaping

It comes amid our campaign to outlaw disposable brands of e-cigs which are becoming a growing litter and pollution menace.

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City of Glasgow college hit with deadly infection outbreak as warning to students issued

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has confirmed a number of cases of the severe meningococcal disease at the City of Glasgow College and are working with Public Health Scotland to investigate.

Glasgow Live

Edinburgh norovirus cases rising as sickness bug symptoms spread across Scotland

The highly contagious stomach virus, which is also known as the 'winter vomiting bug', has been rising in case number across Scotland, including the nation's capital.

Edinburgh Live

Minimum unit pricing 'had no significant economic impact' on industry

Public Health Scotland report does point to changing patterns of consumer and retailer purchasing

Insider UK

Lothians residents warned by police and health body after deadly new drug detected

Both medical professionals and members of Police Scotland have expressed concern at the arrival of the new drug in six communities across the country and have warned people to be alert of the dangers it poses.

Edinburgh Live

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Health bosses issue warning over new pills that could supercharge Scotland's drug death rate

Public Health Scotland issued the warning on Nitazenes which can be many times stronger than heroin.

Daily Record

Two more Strep A fatalities in Scotland over last week as death toll rises to 19

Public Health Scotland say there has been an increase in cases of the seasonal infection this year.

Daily Record

Suspected drug deaths in Scotland increase in October and November

Public Health Scotland also released an alert for a new synthetic opioid being found on Scotland’s streets and in prisons.

The Independent UK

Ministers set to consider banning disposable vapes

Public Health Scotland is examining the impact of vaping, with an action plan due in the autumn

Insider UK

Third child in Scotland dies after contracting Strep A

Public Health Scotland say there is an increase Strep A infections than in previous seasons.

Daily Record

Five deaths linked to Strep A in Scotland between Christmas and New Year

Public Health Scotland said it was aware of 12 deaths among invasive group A streptococcal infections (iGAS) cases over the period October 3 last year to January 1, 2023.

Daily Record

Rising cost of basics like food and fuel 'pose greatest risk’ to health of Scots

A PUBLIC health chief has warned the cost of basic necessities such as fuel and food is the “greatest concern” when it comes to the health of…

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Scotland records first sunburn-related death in 20 years

A pensioner in her 80s was among the large number of deaths linked to extreme heat in 2021.

The Independent UK

Two children die with Strep A in Scotland as outbreak death toll rises

Five others have also died north of the border, according to Public Health Scotland

Glasgow Live

Two Scottish children die after contracting Strep A infection

Public Health Scotland have released figures which show that two Scottish children under the age of 10 died between October and December due to the Strep A infection.

The Independent UK

Two children under 10 die with Strep A in Scotland

Public Health Scotland has published the latest figures.

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Daily Record

Dumfries and Galloway cancer patient waited nearly a full year to begin treatment

New figures from Public Health Scotland show none of the country's health boards met the Scottish Government's target of 95 per cent of patients beginning treatment within 62 days

Daily Record

'Limited' supply of Strep A antibiotics as Scottish Government issue alert

Latest figures show a steep rise in cases of the bacteria since peaks seen in 2016.

The National (Scotland)

Major supply notice issued over Strep A antibiotics in Scotland

A major update has been issued regarding the supply of Strep A antibiotics in Scotland amid a surge in cases.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Royal Infirmary A&E records one of the worst waiting times in Scotland

New figures from Public Health Scotland reveals that only 38.5 per cent of those arriving at the Infirmary’s A&E department were treated within four hours - one of the lowest in Scotland.

Edinburgh Live

Step A: Warning issued to Scottish parents buying home test kits as infections rise

Scotland recorded 25 cases of Strep A in November as the illness spreads. Sadly as 16 children has died in the UK, parents are rushing online to buy home-test kits.

Daily Record

Concerns over big rise in delayed discharge figures across Ayrshire

Figures released by Public Health Scotland about the number of bed days occupied by delayed discharge continues to paint a bleak picture in the region.

Glasgow Live

NHS advice to Glasgow parents as Strep A UK death toll rises to 15

Local health chiefs would not confirm if there are any Strep A cases in schools and nurseries in Glasgow, but Public Health Scotland say infections have been rising since October.

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