Students are at increased risk of infectious diseases like meningitis and measles. These diseases spread easily in universities and colleges, as students mix closely with others from around the country and overseas.  The current term coming to an end is an opportunity to remind new and returning students about the free vaccinations they are eligible for. 

Hajj is an annual Islamic religious pilgrimage to Makkah (Mecca) in Saudi Arabia. The dates for Hajj 1446H/2025 are expected to be 4–9 June 2025. Umrah is an Islamic pilgrimage to Makkah that can be undertaken at any time of the year.

World Immunisation Week (WIW) led by the World Health Organization, is taking place 24–30 April 2025. This is a good opportunity to build public trust in vaccines and help build long-term support for immunisation.

Working Health Services Scotland (WHSS) is a free NHSScotland service for employers and employees. WHSS offers referral and advice services for those struggling to attend work due to a health condition and supports workers to safely return to and stay at work.

Public Health Scotland released a report today which shows there has been a 13.5% increase in the number of men who received their abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening in the last year.