Allyson’s blog: A Public Mental Health Workshop

The Scottish Directors of Public Health are committed to producing a series of delivery plans for each of the six national public health priorities. Priority 3 is ‘A Scotland where […]
VHS response to the Health and Sport Committee Inquiry into Social Care

VHS have submitted our response to the Health and Sport Committee Inquiry into Social Care. Our response has been informed by a roundtable held with member organisations and a presentation […]
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Volunteering in Health: help VHS evaluate the Clear Pathway Guidance

During February 2020 we are keen to hear from third sector organisations that actively recruit and engage volunteers in NHS settings, e.g. hospitals. If you are involved in this type […]
Emma’s blog: Public Health and the Empowerment of Communities

I have two sons; a funny energetic three year old and an alert, cuddly five month old. It’s brilliant and tough at the same time. I look forward each week […]
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Linda’s Blog: The IMPACT of Smoking on Mental Health

At the start of every New Year, many people decide that they’ll quit smoking – a great idea and one which can bring both physical and financial benefits. At the […]
Our Festive Break Christmas 2019

We would like all our members and supporters to know that the team at VHS is taking a longer than usual festive break, as our office will be out of […]
Leonie’s Blog: Culture, Health and Social Change

I joined Renfrewshire Council in late 2018 in the newly-created post of Paisley Partnership, Strategic Lead for Cultural Regeneration, having previously held culture-related roles with the Scottish Government, Creative Scotland […]
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