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 […]
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 […]
The 4th of a series of collaborative events forming part of the continuous learning and networking process about workforce issues concerning integration of health and social care. Entitled Progress Towards Integration, the session will recognise that we are now firmly into the implementation phase of integration. Purpose: To share learning and experience both within and […]
The 4th of a series of collaborative events forming part of the continuous learning and networking process about workforce issues concerning integration of health and social care. Entitled Progress Towards Integration, the session will recognise that we are now firmly into the implementation phase of integration. Purpose: To share learning and experience both within and […]
Annual Learning Day of the Scottish Tobacco-free Alliance Scottish Tobacco Control Strategy halfway point: progress and planning 10.00 to 15.30, 28 October, Golden Lion Hotel Stirling Learning points: A good overview of what’s happening around Scotland to reduce smoking prevalence Government and EU legislation and what it will mean for Scotland Ideas for partnership […]
Annual Learning Day of the Scottish Tobacco-free Alliance Scottish Tobacco Control Strategy halfway point: progress and planning 10.00 to 15.30, 28 October, Golden Lion Hotel Stirling Learning points: A good overview of what’s happening around Scotland to reduce smoking prevalence Government and EU legislation and what it will mean for Scotland Ideas for partnership […]
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Informing the Future: Developing Habilitation and Rehabilitation Services for Children and Adults with Sight Loss Tuesday, 15th September 2015, 9.30 am to 4 pm Touchbase Business Centre, Sense Scotland 43 Middlesex Street, Kinning Park, Glasgow G41 1EE This conference will highlight the importance of promoting confidence and independent living skills for people affected by sight loss across the age spectrum […]
Informing the Future: Developing Habilitation and Rehabilitation Services for Children and Adults with Sight Loss Tuesday, 15th September 2015, 9.30 am to 4 pm Touchbase Business Centre, Sense Scotland 43 Middlesex Street, Kinning Park, Glasgow G41 1EE This conference will highlight the importance of promoting confidence and independent living skills for people affected by sight loss across the age spectrum […]
At its AGM on 4th June the Group appointed Voluntary Health Scotland as its new Secretariat. With Co-Convenor Malcolm Chisholm MSP’s assistance we have arranged the next meeting to take place on Thursday the 10th of September. The subject for the next meeting is Health Inequalities and Housing. There will be presentations from NHS Health Scotland on […]
At its AGM on 4th June the Group appointed Voluntary Health Scotland as its new Secretariat. With Co-Convenor Malcolm Chisholm MSP’s assistance we have arranged the next meeting to take place on Thursday the 10th of September. The subject for the next meeting is Health Inequalities and Housing. There will be presentations from NHS Health Scotland on […]
Join us for our free half day seminar ran in partnership with GCVS to discuss health inequalities in Scotland. Voluntary Health Scotland launched their report ‘Living in the Gap: a voluntary health sector perspective on health inequalities in Scotland’ earlier this year. The report highlighted the strength and vital work contributed by the sector, but […]
Join us for our free half day seminar ran in partnership with GCVS to discuss health inequalities in Scotland. Voluntary Health Scotland launched their report ‘Living in the Gap: a voluntary health sector perspective on health inequalities in Scotland’ earlier this year. The report highlighted the strength and vital work contributed by the sector, but […]
Programme 10.00 Arrive and Coffee 10.30 Welcome and introduction to the day Maureen O’Neill, Director, Faith in Older People 10.40 'Hands off! It's my risk, not yours!' Professor Charlotte Clarke, School of Health and Social Science, Edinburgh University 11.10 COFFEE 11.40 ‘Habits of Resilience’ Rev. Dr. Harriet Harris, Chaplain, Edinburgh University 12.20 Discussion and reflection 12.45 […]
Programme 10.00 Arrive and Coffee 10.30 Welcome and introduction to the day Maureen O’Neill, Director, Faith in Older People 10.40 'Hands off! It's my risk, not yours!' Professor Charlotte Clarke, School of Health and Social Science, Edinburgh University 11.10 COFFEE 11.40 ‘Habits of Resilience’ Rev. Dr. Harriet Harris, Chaplain, Edinburgh University 12.20 Discussion and reflection 12.45 […]
Free Half Day Seminar organised by Support in Mind, Scottish Mental Health Research Network and The University of Edinburgh. Service users, their family members, carers, health professionals, researchers and policy-makers are all warmly invited to attend this free event, where Amanda Larkin, University of Edinburgh, will present the results of the Scottish Schizophrenia Survey highlighting […]
Free Half Day Seminar organised by Support in Mind, Scottish Mental Health Research Network and The University of Edinburgh. Service users, their family members, carers, health professionals, researchers and policy-makers are all warmly invited to attend this free event, where Amanda Larkin, University of Edinburgh, will present the results of the Scottish Schizophrenia Survey highlighting […]
Scottish Exhibition & Conference Centre, Glasgow 23 - 24 June 2015 Voluntary Health Scotland have been chosen to present a poster on our recently launched health inequalities report: Living in the Gap. The NHSScotland Event provides individuals working in and with NHSScotland with the opportunity to consider and discuss some of the important challenges for […]
