Uptake rates of childhood immunisations in Scotland remain high at around 95%, however there have been declines across baby and pre-school immunisations in Scotland over the past decade.

The RSV social media toolkit has been updated to reflect those who are eligible but have not yet been vaccinated. The updates were made to Asset 3 and the email, newsletter and website template. 

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. 

Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) is an opportunity to raise awareness of breast screening. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Scottish women with one in nine developing the disease. Women are five times more likely to survive if it's caught in it's earliest stage. 

Viruses like flu and COVID-19 spread more easily during the colder months as we spend more time indoor with others. That’s why those most at risk of getting seriously ill are being offered the flu and COVID-19 vaccines. It's important those who are eligible take up the offer of vaccination to get the best protection this winter.