Bushra’s Blog: How can we change the narrative on Health inequalities?
Health policy is not an area I ever imagined I would work in. Having joined Kidney Research UK initially as a volunteer after many years working in marketing, I wanted […]
Amanda’s Blog: Addressing Disparities in Perinatal Care
Addressing Disparities in Perinatal Care: Insights from Amma Birth Companions In the realm of perinatal care, every person giving birth deserves to feel supported, heard, and empowered to make informed […]
Alison’s blog: why singing hits all the right notes when it comes to our health
Alison Reeves, Manager in Scotland for Making Music talks about the health benefits of singing and how link workers can find a singing group that is the right fit for their patients.
Gillian’s Blog: Health inequalities in Scotland since devolution – what are the key trends?
In 2022, the Health Foundation commissioned an independent review of health inequalities in Scotland. To inform this review, researchers at the University of Glasgow were asked to produce a report […]
Maureen’s Blog: Meaning, Purpose and Hope
The World Health Organization defines health as being comprised of ‘body, mind and spirit’. The spiritual dimension is often ignored and misunderstood. However, it plays a significant part in our […]
Claire’s blog: falling off a cliff at 65
As I hurtle towards retirement, with only a few weeks remaining of my time with VHS, I have been encouraged (thanks, team!) to pen a valedictory blog. I suppose the […]
Heather’s blog: Common Wheel – supporting mental health across Glasgow
Heather Brown works as Participation and Volunteering Manager at Common Wheel, a charity that supports people managing or recovering from mental illness in Glasgow. In her blog she talks about […]
Christine’s Blog: Health Inequalities
Health Inequalities. Isn’t that a neat little phrase? Of course, those of us working in the Third sector, or in the public sector, have heard these two words many, many […]
Tejesh Mistry appointed to lead VHS
VHS has announced the appointment of Tejesh Mistry as the charity’s new Chief Executive. Tejesh takes up post in mid-March, succeeding Claire Stevens who retires at the end of March […]
Ewa’s blog: What do Scots think about walking?
Paths for All have recently released their 2023 attitudes survey results, offering a fantastic glimpse into how people think and behave when it comes to getting around on foot or […]
