Coronavirus (COVID-19)

It’s easy to feel a bit overwhelmed and scared by everything you’re hearing about coronavirus disease (COVID-19) right now. Find out more about what's happening and the simple steps you can take to help prevent catching COVID-19 and spreading to others. Also find out more about what you can do if you are feeling anxious and worried, and how you can support others in your community.

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What are the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Rules in Scotland Right Now?

Regularly updated information on the current coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions in Scotland.

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What Does Beyond Level Zero Mean?

Find out what happens once Scotland moves beyond Level 0 in the Scottish Government's routemap out of COVID-19 restrictions.

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NHS COVID Status App

Information about the NHS Covid Status App and how you can download it.
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School After Summer

Find out all you need to know about heading back to school after the summer 2021 break. Reduce the risk and help keep Scotland on track.
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COVID-19 Vaccinations

Find out more about the COVID-19 vaccine, including answers to your frequently asked questions and hear from other young people about their vaccine experiences.
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Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing Information

Find information about supporting a positive emotional wellbeing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and links to further support.
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Young Scot's Coronavirus (COVID-19) Jargonbuster

We explain some of the terms and phrases people are using when talking about Coronavirus or COVID-19.

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Protect Scotland App F.A.Q. | Coronavirus

All of the answers to your questions about the new Protect Scotland app.

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Everything You Need to Know About the Protect Scotland App

Find out more about the new Protect Scotland app, from NHS Scotland’s Test and Protect. What it's for and why should you download it to help control the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).

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How to do a Nasal & Throat Swab Lateral Flow Test Video

Dr Punam Krishan demonstrates how to do a Lateral Flow Device (LFD) test for coronavirus (COVID-19).
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What To Expect From a COVID-19 Test

Read our handy guide that takes you through everything you need to know about getting a COVID-19 test.

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Guide To Contact Tracing

Confused about what contact tracing is? We spoke to tracers to help put together this article explaining everything you need to know.

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NHS Inform's Information About Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Get the official and most up-to-date information about how COVID-19 is spread, what the symptoms are and what to do if you think you have them.
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How to Look After Your Finances During A Crisis

If find you're struggling to pay the bills, here's some information on how to look after your finances during a difficult time.

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Support For People Who Are Self-isolating

This can be an especially difficult time if you are having to self-isolate, but there are lots of ways you can get help and support with things like money, bills, food and medical supplies and your mental wellbeing. Find out what is available and how you can access it.

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Love Lockdown: Relationships During Coronavirus (COVID-19)

No matter your relationship status: together forever, newly partnered, dating around or 'not into labels' we've got some tips on how to make sure your relationships are rock solid during lockdown.

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Your Sexual Health During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Take a look at the NHS Inform website to find out information about how to look after your sexual health during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Who to Contact in Scotland if You Need Support During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak

Find out who to contact for support with a range of issues including coronavirus, mental health, domestic abuse and more. Phone, text, and webchat services are available.

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Tips on How to Deal With the Coronavirus Outbreak

It can be scary hearing about what's happening around the world, but there are some things you can do to help prevent yourself from catching the coronavirus COVID-19, stop the spread of it to others, and look after your mental health if you're feeling anxious or worried about it.

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How Will My Work be Affected by the Coronavirus Outbreak?

How has the coronavirus outbreak affected the world of work? We've put together some information about support for employers and employees as well as guidance on sick-pay, holidays and benefits.

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How is Coronavirus (COVID-19) Changing How We Interact Digitally?

We've gathered some top tips on how to stay safe as we spend more time than ever online. From looking at scams to fake news to some of the apps that people have started to use.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information for BSL Users

British Sign Language video explaining steps you can take to help avoid infection from coronavirus (COVID-19) and self-isolation advice.
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Keeping Safe Online

As we're spending more time at home, a lot of people are spending more time online. Take a look at our resource about keeping safe when using websites and social media.
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Helpful Young Scot Discounts During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Check out some Young Scot discounts for essentials and online shopping which may be useful for you and your family.

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Substance Misuse During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak

Substance Misuse During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak As we are spending more time indoors to stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID19) it can be tempting to turn to drugs, alcohol or smoking.

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What are the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Rules in Scotland Right Now?

What Does Beyond Level Zero Mean?

NHS COVID Status App

School After Summer

COVID-19 Vaccinations

Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing Information

Young Scot's Coronavirus (COVID-19) Jargonbuster

Protect Scotland App F.A.Q. | Coronavirus

Everything You Need to Know About the Protect Scotland App

How to do a Nasal & Throat Swab Lateral Flow Test Video

What To Expect From a COVID-19 Test

Guide To Contact Tracing

NHS Inform's Information About Coronavirus (COVID-19)

How to Look After Your Finances During A Crisis

Support For People Who Are Self-isolating

Love Lockdown: Relationships During Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Your Sexual Health During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Who to Contact in Scotland if You Need Support During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak

Tips on How to Deal With the Coronavirus Outbreak

How Will My Work be Affected by the Coronavirus Outbreak?

How is Coronavirus (COVID-19) Changing How We Interact Digitally?

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information for BSL Users

Keeping Safe Online

Helpful Young Scot Discounts During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Substance Misuse During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak