The national network for Scotland's voluntary health organisations. Working for a healthier, fairer Scotland served by a thriving voluntary health sector.
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
In this month’s TFN magazine Sarah Latto of Voluntary Health Scotland on their new (IN)VISIBLE report, which provides a timely exploration into the impact of sex and gender on the health experiences of Scotland’s people
You can read it here: okt.to/xEWQdI
@VHSComms
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
New research from Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS) reveals that gender inequalities in Scotland’s health system are leaving many people feeling "invisible", with one research participant describing this as "institutional gaslighting"
tfn.scot/news/invisible-in-t…
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector
This month @VHSComms chair Christine Carlin meets veteran #Home-Start volunteer Angela Gowdy BEM who has devoted decades to improving the lives of babies and children
Available to read and enjoy here: okt.to/5cCeAy
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector
This month @VHSComms chair Christine Carlin meets veteran #Home-Start volunteer Angela Gowdy BEM who has devoted decades to improving the lives of babies and children
Available to read and enjoy here: okt.to/mg5rMt
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
Will a shift to prevention heal Scotland’s third sector?
Sarah Latto of @VHSComms asks if a shift to prevention in public services is the long-term cure that we need
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector
On this month's opinion pages: Christine Carlin, chair of @VHSComms, looks for the light in November’s dark days…
Available for all to read and share here: okt.to/LxokRK
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
“For too long, Scotland’s been on the wrong side of the leadership boards when it comes to health. Everything from drug deaths to children’s dental care to homelessness – we need to do more.” @MistryTej
@VHSComms @PovertyAlliance @CPAGUK @hp_scotland
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
It was great to join @VHSComms this morning for the official launch of their manifesto. Congratulations! @RNIBScotland are looking forward to supporting you on driving your key asks [alt-text: photos show the launch of the VHS Manifesto in a packed Scottish Storytelling Centre]
ALT Tejesh Mistry, VHS Chief Executive welcoming everyone to the manifesto launch at the Scottish Storytelling Centre.
ALT A photo of the VHS Manifesto “Health Creation”
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
👋 @VHSComms has today launched its manifesto for health creation, calling on politicians to “urgently” address widening health inequalities & create a formal partnership between charity health leaders, the NHS, local authorities and the government.
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
Health Secretary @neilcgray has outlined ten-year plans supporting people to lead longer, healthier, more fulfilling lives. The Population Health Framework and HSC Service Renewal Framework focus on prevention and early intervention.
More - gov.scot/news/creating-a-hea…
ALT Health Secretary Neil Gray quote graphic stating: "We are creating an environment in which everyone can have a healthy life and a health and social care system which is there for people when they need it."
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
Excellent @ScotParl reception tonight, presented by @VHSComms @MistryTej @lmi_blair & the CPG on Health Inequalities, sponsored by Emma Harper MSP. With Minister Jenni Minto MSP, & showcasing the very best of Scotland's third sector health creators, including the wonderful NEMO.
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
'With a link worker involved, that change is much more likely to happen.' Our films show why CLWs are needed now more than ever. bit.ly/3XgIHhI @VHSComms @hacscot @deependgp @ALLIANCEScot @MareeToddMSP @neilcgray @PovertyAlliance
💡 A new series of films is looking to spotlight the integral role of community link workers in addressing health inequalities by connecting people visiting their GPs with resources and services in their community.
@VHSComms @ScotCLWnetwork @deependgp healthandcare.scot/stories/4…
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
“You hear it banded around that poverty kills – well, it does.
“This group of specialists that work to try and reduce that impact.”
@RCGPScotland @deependgp @VHSComms @ScotCLWnetwork @PovertyAlliance @HealthFdn @marmotihe @P_H_S_Official @MichaelMarmot
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
New study reveals hugely concerning picture of worsening mortality and widening inequalities across England and Scotland since the early 2010s.
➡️gla.ac.uk/schools/healthwell…
#HealthInequalities #Austerity
ALT People walking down a street in Glasgow city centre. The low sunlight is casting long shadows.
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
“Breaking down barriers to volunteering is crucial.
“Scotland’s third sector plays a vital role in health and it’s time that contribution is fully acknowledged as a key part of the health service.” @MistryTej
@NatalieDon_ @VHSComms @scvotweet @neilcgray
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
“It was really refreshing to hear Paul commit to advocating for funding that extends beyond traditional health services, stressing the necessity of holistic support & prevention that save money in the long run.” @MistryTej
@VHSComms @P_H_S_Official
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
Well done @lmi_blair for representing the #ThirdSector @VHSComms members at this important event. This engagement is important as we collectively tackle a challenging financial environment @JohnSwinney @neilcgray with a focus on inequality
Interesting first working day of 2025 - great to hear from @JohnSwinney on commitment to tackling poverty and inequality in Scotland.
@neilcgray as always a great supporter of third sector @VHSComms and @ScotCLWnetwork #healthinequalities #wearevital
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
Interesting first working day of 2025 - great to hear from @JohnSwinney on commitment to tackling poverty and inequality in Scotland.
@neilcgray as always a great supporter of third sector @VHSComms and @ScotCLWnetwork #healthinequalities #wearevital
Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
ICYMI: @MistryTej explained that a growing understanding that siloed working is not the way forward has brought hope to the voluntary sector, and the sense of collaboration needed to make a real difference.
Read 👇
@VHSComms @P_H_S_Official @LindaBauld
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
A new @P_H_S_Official & the government-led framework sees a decade of plans to improve health & cut health inequalities across Scotland.
@VHSComms emphasised the importance of third sector partnership to tackle inequalities 👇
@MistryTej @PovertyAlliance
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