The VHS December 2024 e-Newsletter is out now. Packed with news, events and updates. We hope you enjoy! Read it here. If you’d like to receive the e:Newsletter please sign up here. … [Read more...] about VHS December 2024 e-Newsletter
Alan’s Blog: HIV – the vital role of the third sector in tackling health inequalities and ending the epidemic
On the first of December, we marked World AIDS Day. A time to remember all those we have tragically lost to HIV over more than four decades, to reflect on remarkable progress made, and to commit to the work ahead to reach our shared goal to end new HIV cases in Scotland by 2030. Scientific … [Read more...] about Alan’s Blog: HIV – the vital role of the third sector in tackling health inequalities and ending the epidemic
Khadija’s Blog: Empowering Communities Through Sports and Leadership
For over 25 years, Active Life Club (ALC) has been a cornerstone of community development in Glasgow, breaking down barriers and bringing people together through sports and leadership initiatives. With a focus on inclusion, ALC engages over 1000 participants each year, offering a range of activities … [Read more...] about Khadija’s Blog: Empowering Communities Through Sports and Leadership
VHS Annual General Meeting Papers
VHS hosted our 2024 Annual General Meeting and online event ‘From Crisis to Control-Preventing the Ticking Time Bomb of Population Health’ on Thursday the 28th of November 2024. Nearly 80 attendees registered to join the event and to hear from Paul Johnston, Chief Executive of Public Health Scotland … [Read more...] about VHS Annual General Meeting Papers
Karen’s Blog: Breaking the Cycle Together
Health inequalities are a pressing concern, particularly when we consider the substantial role of substance use, mental health, and associated lifestyle factors. For many individuals, achieving improved health outcomes requires not just one-time interventions but sustained, multi-faceted support to … [Read more...] about Karen’s Blog: Breaking the Cycle Together
Scottish Community Link Worker Network Newsletter – out now!
Our November newsletter is out now with all the usual updates and information. Read it here! … [Read more...] about Scottish Community Link Worker Network Newsletter – out now!
NHS Shetland publishes evaluation report on first year pilot of community link worker programme
NHS Shetland has published an evaluation report of the first year pilot of its community link worker programme. The Evaluation Report highlights the positive impact that Ingrid Sandison, the community link worker based in Shetland, has had in the community since she started in post. The report … [Read more...] about NHS Shetland publishes evaluation report on first year pilot of community link worker programme