Voluntary Health Scotland and the Scottish Community Link Worker Network recently hosted a peer support event for the Network's Community Link Workers. These events are designed to enable Community Link Workers to come together in smaller groups with their peers to share learning and good … [Read more...] about Key Messages: SCLWN Peer Support – February 2025
Health Inequalities Cross Party Group: February 2025 Minutes and Presentation
The Cross Party Group on Health Inequalities met online on the 19th February. This meeting was chaired by Co-convenor Emma Harper MSP. The meeting topic was Human Rights and Health Inequalities. We were delighted to be joined by guest speaker, Charlie McMillan, Interim Director of the Human … [Read more...] about Health Inequalities Cross Party Group: February 2025 Minutes and Presentation
Scottish Community Link Worker Network newsletter – out now!
Our latest newsletter is out now, with all the usual updates on events, resources and activity across the Network including our brand new films showcasing the impact of CLWs' work in Scotland. Read it here! … [Read more...] about Scottish Community Link Worker Network newsletter – out now!
Roisin’s Blog: New films showcase the impact of Community Link Workers in Scotland
I am so pleased to be able to announce the launch of these films from The Scottish Community Link Worker Network and Voluntary Health Scotland which showcase the vital contribution that community link workers (CLWs) and social prescribing make to primary care and local communities across … [Read more...] about Roisin’s Blog: New films showcase the impact of Community Link Workers in Scotland
Cabinet Secretary welcomes launch of new films celebrating Community Link Workers in Scotland
Voluntary Health Scotland and the Scottish Community Link Worker Network (SCLWN) have launched some short films which celebrate and showcase the vital work of community link workers in Scotland. There are 4 films - one each from the perspective of CLWs, patients and GPs – and an overview film which … [Read more...] about Cabinet Secretary welcomes launch of new films celebrating Community Link Workers in Scotland
VHS February 2025 e-Newsletter
The VHS February 2025 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 February 2025 e-Newsletter
Charlie’s Blog: Health Inequalities and Human Rights: Why Scotland Must Do Better
By Charlie McMillan, Interim Director of the Human Rights Consortium Scotland Health is a human right. It’s not a privilege or something that should depend on where you live, how much you earn, or your background. Yet, in Scotland today, we are seeing shocking levels of health inequality that … [Read more...] about Charlie’s Blog: Health Inequalities and Human Rights: Why Scotland Must Do Better
Alison’s blog: Community Link Workers support 1,400 medical students at Edinburgh University
Since 2021, our Community Link Worker (CLW) team has introduced link working and social prescribing to almost 1,400 student medics at the University of Edinburgh. These sessions contribute to the Health in Communities Practical – part of the Social & Ethical Aspects of Medicine module. … [Read more...] about Alison’s blog: Community Link Workers support 1,400 medical students at Edinburgh University
Key Messages: Catalysts for Change- The Role of Third Sector Leaders in Health Creation
Voluntary Health Scotland at the Gathering: Catalysts for Change- The Role of Third Sector Leaders in Health Creation Voluntary Health Scotland hosted an event as part of SCVO’s two-day event, The Gathering. Our event was held on the 5th February at the EICC. We were fully booked on the day and … [Read more...] about Key Messages: Catalysts for Change- The Role of Third Sector Leaders in Health Creation
Dr Raghib’s Blog: Our Future Health will change the way diseases are treated – but we need help to ensure everyone in Scotland can reap the benefits.
Today, millions of people spend many years of their life in poor health, suffering from common diseases like cancer, dementia and heart disease. As an NHS doctor, I know that too often, these diseases are only detected and treated when patients start to show symptoms and signs. Our Future Health … [Read more...] about Dr Raghib’s Blog: Our Future Health will change the way diseases are treated – but we need help to ensure everyone in Scotland can reap the benefits.
