A post-election agenda for health Wednesday 25th May 8.30 am -10.30am The Place Hotel, 34-38 York Place, Edinburgh Join VHS for an informal and lively discussion over breakfast, animated by award-winning journalist and broadcaster Pennie Taylor. After the dust has settled on the Scottish Elections, this is a timely opportunity to take stock, consider the […]
A post-election agenda for health Wednesday 25th May 8.30 am -10.30am The Place Hotel, 34-38 York Place, Edinburgh Join VHS for an informal and lively discussion over breakfast, animated by award-winning journalist and broadcaster Pennie Taylor. After the dust has settled on the Scottish Elections, this is a timely opportunity to take stock, consider the […]
As part of the work of the Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership and working in close coordination with NHS Lothian and City of Edinburgh Council’s Health and Social Care Department, EVOC has secured funding through the Integrated Care fund to deliver the LOOPs Hospital Discharge Support Programme. EVOC believe that this work will be a […]
As part of the work of the Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership and working in close coordination with NHS Lothian and City of Edinburgh Council’s Health and Social Care Department, EVOC has secured funding through the Integrated Care fund to deliver the LOOPs Hospital Discharge Support Programme. EVOC believe that this work will be a […]
HIV Scotland is hosting a hustings event featuring a panel with representatives of the five main Scottish parties The evening is a chance to hear from political representatives and the policies they would adopt to ensure Scotland becomes a global leader in curbing future transmissions of HIV, as well as taking action on wider sexual […]
HIV Scotland is hosting a hustings event featuring a panel with representatives of the five main Scottish parties The evening is a chance to hear from political representatives and the policies they would adopt to ensure Scotland becomes a global leader in curbing future transmissions of HIV, as well as taking action on wider sexual […]
Most people know at least one person affected by M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, also diagnosed as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). The condition is more common than multiple sclerosis or parkinson’s disease, and can be equally disabling. Yet M.E. remains poorly understood. In the absence of treatment options or specialist support, people with M.E. and those who care […]
Most people know at least one person affected by M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, also diagnosed as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). The condition is more common than multiple sclerosis or parkinson’s disease, and can be equally disabling. Yet M.E. remains poorly understood. In the absence of treatment options or specialist support, people with M.E. and those who care […]
A VHS Sounding Board to explore the 2015 Review of Public Health and consider its implications for the third sector. An open invitation to any voluntary health or other third sector organisation that considers public health to be 'core business'. On 11th February 2016 the Scottish Government published the 2015 Review of Public Health. Commissioned by Scottish Ministers in November 2014, […]
A VHS Sounding Board to explore the 2015 Review of Public Health and consider its implications for the third sector. An open invitation to any voluntary health or other third sector organisation that considers public health to be 'core business'. On 11th February 2016 the Scottish Government published the 2015 Review of Public Health. Commissioned by Scottish Ministers in November 2014, […]
Ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in May, Marie Curie and Children’s Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) are jointly holding a breakfast hustings on 23 March 2016, 8-10am at the MacDonald Holyrood Hotel. Polling shows that health is often the most important issue for voters. In this vital year of health and social care integration, we […]
Ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in May, Marie Curie and Children’s Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) are jointly holding a breakfast hustings on 23 March 2016, 8-10am at the MacDonald Holyrood Hotel. Polling shows that health is often the most important issue for voters. In this vital year of health and social care integration, we […]
Finding new sources of funding is crucial to the third sector. CVS Falkirk and Falkirk Council are pleased to announce that they are hosting another FREE Funders Fayre event on Tuesday 8th March 2016 at the Bowhouse Community Centre, Grangemouth. The Funders Fayre returns after the success of last year’s event, which attracted more than […]
Finding new sources of funding is crucial to the third sector. CVS Falkirk and Falkirk Council are pleased to announce that they are hosting another FREE Funders Fayre event on Tuesday 8th March 2016 at the Bowhouse Community Centre, Grangemouth. The Funders Fayre returns after the success of last year’s event, which attracted more than […]
With Health promising to be one of the key battlegrounds ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament elections, British Heart Foundation Scotland would like to invite you to attend a series of open interviews Holyrood magazine will be hosting with the health leads for the SNP, Scottish Labour and Scottish Conservatives. Ahead of the publication of our […]
With Health promising to be one of the key battlegrounds ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament elections, British Heart Foundation Scotland would like to invite you to attend a series of open interviews Holyrood magazine will be hosting with the health leads for the SNP, Scottish Labour and Scottish Conservatives. Ahead of the publication of our […]
What can be done to help reduce the burden of tobacco on our low income communities? The Scottish Tobacco-free Alliance (STA) invites you to an afternoon seminar on Monday 29th of February in order to examine this important sticking point to delivering reduced health inequality. As you will know, smoking rates in the most deprived […]
What can be done to help reduce the burden of tobacco on our low income communities? The Scottish Tobacco-free Alliance (STA) invites you to an afternoon seminar on Monday 29th of February in order to examine this important sticking point to delivering reduced health inequality. As you will know, smoking rates in the most deprived […]
Voluntary Health Scotland in partnership with CVS Inverclyde Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities in Scotland – a discussion as part of the Adult Health Network meeting CVS Inverclyde 29 February 2016 10am – 12 mid-day Venue: CVS Inverclyde Voluntary Health Scotland will present the results of Living in the Gap - a voluntary health sector […]
Voluntary Health Scotland in partnership with CVS Inverclyde Living in the Gap: Health Inequalities in Scotland – a discussion as part of the Adult Health Network meeting CVS Inverclyde 29 February 2016 10am – 12 mid-day Venue: CVS Inverclyde Voluntary Health Scotland will present the results of Living in the Gap - a voluntary health sector […]
The next meeting to take place on: Thursday 25th February at 12.30-14:15 in the Scottish Parliament. The subject will be Spotlight on Research. If you have any suggestions for speakers or topics please get in touch. If you would like to attend this meeting, please get in touch with Lauren Blair. Agenda CPG Health Inequalities 25 Feb 16 […]
The next meeting to take place on: Thursday 25th February at 12.30-14:15 in the Scottish Parliament. The subject will be Spotlight on Research. If you have any suggestions for speakers or topics please get in touch. If you would like to attend this meeting, please get in touch with Lauren Blair. Agenda CPG Health Inequalities 25 Feb 16 […]
With Health promising to be one of the key battlegrounds ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament elections, British Heart Foundation Scotland would like to invite you to attend a series of open interviews Holyrood magazine will be hosting with the health leads for the SNP, Scottish Labour and Scottish Conservatives. Ahead of the publication of our […]
With Health promising to be one of the key battlegrounds ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament elections, British Heart Foundation Scotland would like to invite you to attend a series of open interviews Holyrood magazine will be hosting with the health leads for the SNP, Scottish Labour and Scottish Conservatives. Ahead of the publication of our […]
Are you supporting people suffering poor mental health? Do you wish to learn more about how the physical health of people with mental health problems may be addressed? Are you looking to change the culture in your health care setting to ensure that smoking is no longer a contributor to health inequality amongst your patients, […]
Are you supporting people suffering poor mental health? Do you wish to learn more about how the physical health of people with mental health problems may be addressed? Are you looking to change the culture in your health care setting to ensure that smoking is no longer a contributor to health inequality amongst your patients, […]
In partnership with NHS Health Scotland, VHS is exhibiting and hosting an event as part of this year's programme for The Gathering at Glasgow's SECC. Register here for our joint workshop: Delivering a fairer healthier Scotland, 10.00 am to 11.00 am, Thursday 18th February 2016. The workshop is an opportunity to discuss NHS Health Scotland’s future […]
In partnership with NHS Health Scotland, VHS is exhibiting and hosting an event as part of this year's programme for The Gathering at Glasgow's SECC. Register here for our joint workshop: Delivering a fairer healthier Scotland, 10.00 am to 11.00 am, Thursday 18th February 2016. The workshop is an opportunity to discuss NHS Health Scotland’s future […]
With Health promising to be one of the key battlegrounds ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament elections, British Heart Foundation Scotland would like to invite you to attend a series of open interviews Holyrood magazine will be hosting with the health leads for the SNP, Scottish Labour and Scottish Conservatives. Ahead of the publication of our […]
With Health promising to be one of the key battlegrounds ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament elections, British Heart Foundation Scotland would like to invite you to attend a series of open interviews Holyrood magazine will be hosting with the health leads for the SNP, Scottish Labour and Scottish Conservatives. Ahead of the publication of our […]
This FREE Third Sector Conference aims to focus on helping community groups, charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises to flourish and develop in an ever changing landscape, as well as highlighting the important role the third sector plays in driving us “Towards a Fairer Scotland”. Workshops will run throughout the day, providing opportunities for third sector […]
This FREE Third Sector Conference aims to focus on helping community groups, charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises to flourish and develop in an ever changing landscape, as well as highlighting the important role the third sector plays in driving us “Towards a Fairer Scotland”. Workshops will run throughout the day, providing opportunities for third sector […]
You are invited to join PKAVS Minority Communities Hub for the launch of the final report on research to identify existing services and gaps in provision for ethnic minority communities in Scotland. This report is the first of its kind and we are delighted to welcome our Key Note Speaker, Alex Neil (MSP), the Cabinet Secretary for […]
You are invited to join PKAVS Minority Communities Hub for the launch of the final report on research to identify existing services and gaps in provision for ethnic minority communities in Scotland. This report is the first of its kind and we are delighted to welcome our Key Note Speaker, Alex Neil (MSP), the Cabinet Secretary for […]
An opportunity to actively engage with Audit Scotland, following publication of their first audit on health and social care integration. Audit Scotland gives independent assurance to the people of Scotland that public money is spent properly, efficiently and effectively. Their report on Health and Social Care Integration was published 3rd December 2015. It says that […]
An opportunity to actively engage with Audit Scotland, following publication of their first audit on health and social care integration. Audit Scotland gives independent assurance to the people of Scotland that public money is spent properly, efficiently and effectively. Their report on Health and Social Care Integration was published 3rd December 2015. It says that […]
Afternoon workshop with Lunch 12:30-15:30, Tuesday 26 January 2016 Hayweight House, 23 Lauriston Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9DQ An opportunity to actively engage with Audit Scotland, following publication of their first audit on health and social care integration. Audit Scotland gives independent assurance to the people of Scotland that public money is spent properly, efficiently and […]
Afternoon workshop with Lunch 12:30-15:30, Tuesday 26 January 2016 Hayweight House, 23 Lauriston Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9DQ An opportunity to actively engage with Audit Scotland, following publication of their first audit on health and social care integration. Audit Scotland gives independent assurance to the people of Scotland that public money is spent properly, efficiently and […]
Mindroom is delighted to invite you to attend an all-day seminar led by Dr Paul Hutchins AM and Professor Loretta Giorcelli OAM to be held in Norton Park on Friday, 19 February 2016. We are only able to offer this amazing opportunity at such a low cost due to the generosity of both speakers. (£27.57 Inc Booking fees) Dr […]
Mindroom is delighted to invite you to attend an all-day seminar led by Dr Paul Hutchins AM and Professor Loretta Giorcelli OAM to be held in Norton Park on Friday, 19 February 2016. We are only able to offer this amazing opportunity at such a low cost due to the generosity of both speakers. (£27.57 Inc Booking fees) Dr […]
Please note: Dates and location to be confirmed. As a result of stigma and discrimination, evidence shows that suicidal behaviour is 3 times more prevalent among lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) people when compared to the general population; this rises to 8 times among transgender people. Self-harm is 8 times more prevalent among LGB people; […]
Please note: Dates and location to be confirmed. As a result of stigma and discrimination, evidence shows that suicidal behaviour is 3 times more prevalent among lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) people when compared to the general population; this rises to 8 times among transgender people. Self-harm is 8 times more prevalent among LGB people; […]
The next meeting to take place on: Thursday 26th November, 12.30pm in the Livingstone Room (T4.60-CR6) at the Scottish Parliament. The subject will be Health & Social Care Integration. We will hear from: Gillian McCamley, Community Connectors Programme Manager, Glasgow Christine Duncan, Head of Strategy and Engagement, NHS Health Scotland Robby Steel, Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist, Royal […]
The next meeting to take place on: Thursday 26th November, 12.30pm in the Livingstone Room (T4.60-CR6) at the Scottish Parliament. The subject will be Health & Social Care Integration. We will hear from: Gillian McCamley, Community Connectors Programme Manager, Glasgow Christine Duncan, Head of Strategy and Engagement, NHS Health Scotland Robby Steel, Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist, Royal […]
Voluntary health Scotland will bring together key people from across Scotland to discuss how we tackle health inequalities and how we work collaboratively to close the widening gap.
Voluntary health Scotland will bring together key people from across Scotland to discuss how we tackle health inequalities and how we work collaboratively to close the widening gap.
End of life care in Scottish hospitals: opportunities for wider engagement Tuesday 10 November 2015, 9.30am – 12.30pm Glasgow Concert Hall, 2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow G2 3NY Sign up for your place here: http://bit.ly/1Qm7S7Y Over 54,000 people die in Scotland every year and over 50% of these people will die in hospital. Research from the […]
