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Scotland's Flu Cases Drop Over 33%, Vaccination Urged

12/24/2025

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Flu cases in Scotland fell by over a third to 1,297 for week ending December 21.
Hospital admissions declined from 950 to 679.
Public Health Scotland (PHS) said the decline is encouraging and urged individuals to get vaccinated.
In England, flu rates are falling at medium levels per the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
Bird flu outbreaks have been reported at a poultry farm in Scotland, prompting protective measures.

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Flu cases in Scotland fell by over a third to 1,297 for week ending December 21.
Hospital admissions declined from 950 to 679.
Public Health Scotland (PHS) said the decline is encouraging and urged individuals to get vaccinated.
In England, flu rates are falling at medium levels per the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
Bird flu outbreaks have been reported at a poultry farm in Scotland, prompting protective measures.