Join VHS at our event at the Gathering 2017 on the 23 February at the SECC in Glasgow to discuss a national strategy to tackle social isolation and loneliness. Find out more about the Gathering 2017 and the free events and exhibition for the third sector across Scotland. VHS event: Thursday 23rd February 1.30-2.30 Persistent loneliness causes real damage to people’s […]
Join VHS at our event at the Gathering 2017 on the 23 February at the SECC in Glasgow to discuss a national strategy to tackle social isolation and loneliness. Find out more about the Gathering 2017 and the free events and exhibition for the third sector across Scotland. VHS event: Thursday 23rd February 1.30-2.30 Persistent loneliness causes real damage to people’s […]
The next meeting for the Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities will take place in the Scottish Parliament on Thursday19th January 2017 in Committee Room 6. As proposed by Monica Lennon MSP, at this meeting the Group will consider the built environment and its relationship with health inequalities. VHS will identify speakers to address this topic and […]
The next meeting for the Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities will take place in the Scottish Parliament on Thursday19th January 2017 in Committee Room 6. As proposed by Monica Lennon MSP, at this meeting the Group will consider the built environment and its relationship with health inequalities. VHS will identify speakers to address this topic and […]
Join us at VHS's Annual Conference and AGM, to examine the damage that protracted loneliness causes to both physical and mental health, ask what difference a national strategy can make, and explore a range of third sector interventions making a difference on the ground. We welcome delegates from all sectors and disciplines. Thursday 24th November […]
Join us at VHS's Annual Conference and AGM, to examine the damage that protracted loneliness causes to both physical and mental health, ask what difference a national strategy can make, and explore a range of third sector interventions making a difference on the ground. We welcome delegates from all sectors and disciplines. Thursday 24th November […]
Voluntary Health Scotland, Support in Mind and The Open University Scotland will jointly host a series of seminars that will focus on mental health and social support. The first in this series will take place in Dundee on the 2nd of November from 4.30pm- 7pm. A light buffet and refreshments will be available on arrival. This event […]
Voluntary Health Scotland, Support in Mind and The Open University Scotland will jointly host a series of seminars that will focus on mental health and social support. The first in this series will take place in Dundee on the 2nd of November from 4.30pm- 7pm. A light buffet and refreshments will be available on arrival. This event […]
As Secretariat to the Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities we are pleased to announce its first meeting is set for Tuesday 25th October 2016, 5.30-6.30pm in the Scottish Parliament. This is a short business meeting to formally propose that the Group is registered for the Scottish Parliamentary Session 5 (May 2016 to […]
As Secretariat to the Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities we are pleased to announce its first meeting is set for Tuesday 25th October 2016, 5.30-6.30pm in the Scottish Parliament. This is a short business meeting to formally propose that the Group is registered for the Scottish Parliamentary Session 5 (May 2016 to […]
Getting about by bike is great for you!! Middle-aged people who cycle regularly typically enjoy the fitness level of someone 10 years younger, and gain two years in life expectancy. And it’s great for society, reducing pressures on the NHS, on our worsening climate and on our fragile environment. But what of the dangers that […]
Getting about by bike is great for you!! Middle-aged people who cycle regularly typically enjoy the fitness level of someone 10 years younger, and gain two years in life expectancy. And it’s great for society, reducing pressures on the NHS, on our worsening climate and on our fragile environment. But what of the dangers that […]
In partnership with The Open University A one day conference to explore what the latest research tells us about health inequalities, including the causes, the lived reality and some potential solutions. The focus will be on exchanging knowledge and building understanding about the role research plays in closing the health inequalities gap. It will provide a platform to discuss […]
In partnership with The Open University A one day conference to explore what the latest research tells us about health inequalities, including the causes, the lived reality and some potential solutions. The focus will be on exchanging knowledge and building understanding about the role research plays in closing the health inequalities gap. It will provide a platform to discuss […]
One day conference with 20% discount for VHS members. Audit Scotland open the event, exploring the key issues raised in their recent reports on Health and Social Care. The event brings together leaders and senior managers from across the sector to discuss the changing models of health and social care; the key pressures facing those who […]
One day conference with 20% discount for VHS members. Audit Scotland open the event, exploring the key issues raised in their recent reports on Health and Social Care. The event brings together leaders and senior managers from across the sector to discuss the changing models of health and social care; the key pressures facing those who […]
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 […]
