Health improvement
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Improving patient experience
Record funding will transform engagement with health services.
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Scottish Government Support for the Veterans and Armed Forces Community 2024
This report highlights our continuing support for the Veterans and Armed Forces community in Scotland and provides an update on this year’s achievements and work undertaken to improve support and access to services for our Armed Forces, Veterans and their families.
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Continued improvement in child mental health waiting times
Best performance since national target was set.
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Government “from the ground up” – First Minister
Vision for progress in St Andrew’s Day address ahead of 2025-26 Budget.
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Cass Review - decision to accept the findings: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Report on the assessment of impact of Scottish Government's decision to accept the findings of the Cass Review: Implications for Scotland report from a senior multidisciplinary clinical team within the office of the Chief Medical Officer on the rights and wellbeing of children and young people.
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Care and treatment of eating disorders: national specification
The national specification for the care and treatment of eating disorders in Scotland has been developed in response to the National Review of Eating Disorder Services.
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Supporting people who have experienced sexual assault
Services for rape, sexual abuse and trauma officially opened.
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Improving funeral standards
Inspections to increase public confidence.
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Almost a third of adults are living with obesity, the Scottish Health Survey shows
An accredited official statistics publication.
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Women's health plan 2021 to 2024: final report
Plan to improve health outcomes and health services for all women and girls in Scotland. This final report provides a summary of the progress made on delivering the Plan over the past three years.
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Inclusion health action in general practice: equality impact assessment
The equality impact assessment for the inclusion health action in general practice project.
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Healthcare awareness campaign launched
Where to seek help over winter.
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Setting the Table Guidance
Nutritional Standards and Practical Guidance for Early Learning and Childcare Providers in Scotland. Childcare services providing food and/or drinks to children 0-5 years, and are registered with Care Inspectorate, will be responsible for the implementation of this guidance.
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Setting the Table Guidance: Island Communities Impact Assessment
This impact assessment considers the impact of updated Setting the Table guidance on the island communities.
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Cothrom air Mathas: Slatan-tomhais Beathachaidh is Stiùireadh Practaigeach airson Luchd-solair Tràth-ionnsachaidh is Cùraim-chloinne ann an Alba Geàrr-chunntas
Slatan-tomhais Beathachaidh is Stiùireadh Practaigeach airson Luchd-solair Tràth-ionnsachaidh is Cùraim-chloinne ann an Alba Geàrr-chunntas.
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NHS Scotland Global Citizenship Framework: setting the direction for global citizenship in NHS Scotland
Sets out what global citizenship in NHS Scotland looks like, taking into account recent advances in good practice in global health and international development to maximise the mutual benefit of global health participation for patients, health workers and the health service in Scotland and overseas.
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Setting the Table Guidance: Fairer Scotland Duty Assessment
This impact assessment considers the impacts of the updated Setting the Table Guidance on the children from most socio- economic disadvantage.
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Setting the Table Guidance: Child Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment
This Children’s Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment (CRWIA) was undertaken to consider the potential impacts of updating the Setting the Table guidance document on the rights and wellbeing of all children aged 0-5 in ELC settings across Scotland.
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Setting the Table Guidance: Equality Impact Assessment
This Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) was undertaken to consider the impact of the updated Setting the Table Guidance on people with protected characteristics.
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National Islands Plan: Implementation Route Map 2024
Details how we will deliver our priorities over the lifetime of the National Islands Plan. It identifies the methods to monitor progress towards fulfilling the many commitments in the Plan and sets out timescales for delivery of our work.
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Minimum Unit Price rises
Cost per unit of alcohol increases to 65p.
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National Good Food Nation Plan: consultation analysis - executive summary - easy read
Easy read version of the executive summary of the independent analysis of responses to the consultation on the national Good Food Nation plan.
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National Good Food Nation Plan: consultation analysis
An independent analysis of the responses to the consultation on the national Good Food Nation plan.
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Improving the Lives of Scotland's Gypsy/ Travellers 2: action plan 2024-2026 - easy read
Easy read version of the second joint action plan by the Scottish Government and the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA).
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Improving the Lives of Scotland’s Gypsy/Travellers 2: action plan 2024-2026
Second joint action plan by the Scottish Government and the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA).
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National Care Service: co-design of the draft NCS charter of rights and responsibilities
The Charter of Rights and Responsibilities will set out people’s existing rights and responsibilities when accessing support through the National Care Service. It will also include information about how people can make a complaint, if their rights are not met by the National Care Service.
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Rare diseases action plan - progress report: equality impact assessment
Published results of equality impact assessment conducted for the progress report on Scotland's action plan for rare diseases.
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Rare diseases action plan - progress report: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment carried out for the progress report on Scotland's action plan for rare diseases.
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Rare diseases action plan - progress report: Fairer Scotland duty summary
Fairer Scotland duty summary completed for the progress report on Scotland's action plan for rare diseases.
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Rare diseases action plan - progress report: business and regulatory impact assessment
Business and regulatory impact assessment carried out for the progress report on Scotland's action plan for rare diseases.
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Rare diseases action plan - progress report: island communities impact assessment
Island communities impact assessment carried out for the progress report on Scotland's action plan for rare diseases.
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Abortion Services - Safe Access Zones: easy read summary
Easy read summary of the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) Scotland Act 2024.
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Scottish Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2024: national report
The report shows the results of the Scottish Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2024.
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Scottish Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2024: technical report
This report provides information on the technical aspects of the 2024 Scottish Cancer Patient Experience Survey (SCPES), including development, implementation, analysis and reporting.
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National Mission on Drugs: annual report
Sets out the progress made between 1 April 2023 and 31 March 2024 by national government, local government and third sector partners towards reducing drug deaths and improving the lives of those impacted by drugs in Scotland.
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Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill: consultation analysis - executive summary
This is the executive summary only of the independent analysis, by Wellside Research, of responses to the consultation on a Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill, commissioned by Scottish Government.
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Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill: consultation analysis
The independent analysis by Wellside Research of responses to the consultation on a Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill, commissioned by Scottish Government.
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Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill: consultation analysis - easy read
Easy read booklets prepared from the independent analysis, by Wellside Research, of responses to the consultation on a Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill, commissioned by Scottish Government.
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Realistic Medicine - Taking Care: Chief Medical Officer for Scotland annual report 2023 to 2024
This is the Chief Medical Officer Professor Sir Gregor Smith's fourth annual report, and the eighth report on Realistic Medicine. The overarching aim of Realistic Medicine is to deliver better value care for patients, and for our health and care system.
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Improving cancer care
Funding for projects to benefit patients and clinical staff.
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Annual NHS Scotland Climate Emergency & Sustainability Report 2024
This year’s report shows how NHS Scotland is working to reduce its environmental impact and adapting its infrastructure and services to the address the risks presented by climate change. It also shows that many changes the NHS seeks to deliver have other potential benefits.
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Quality prescribing for Benzodiazepines and z-drugs: guide for improvement 2024 to 2027
Benzodiazepine and z-drug prescribing continues to slowly reduce across Scotland. Despite this, benzodiazepine and z-drug prescribing remains a challenge. This guide aims to further improve the care of individuals receiving these medicines and promote a holistic approach to person-centred care.
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National Care Service: Governance and representation – seldom heard voices co-design work: Easy Read
We have been working with organisations who support people from groups and communities who often have barriers to engaging with government. This report is about findings from this work relating to the Governance and representation co-design theme.
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National Care Service: Governance and representation – seldom heard voices co-design work
We have been working with organisations who support people from groups and communities who often have barriers to engaging with government. This report is about findings from this work relating to the Governance and representation co-design theme.
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Quality prescribing for antidepressants: guide for improvement 2024 to 2027
Antidepressant prescribing continues to increase in Scotland with one in five adults receiving one or more antidepressant prescriptions in a year. This guide aims to further improve the care of individuals receiving antidepressant medication and promote a holistic approach to person-centred care.
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Hospital at Home funding
Providing older people with a safe alternative to hospital.
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Easy Read: Proposals for changes to the Adults with Incapacity Act (AWI Act)
This is an easy read version of the consultation seeking views on proposed changes to the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000. The changes put the adult front and centre of the legislation, reflecting UNCRPD and the recommendations of the Scottish Mental Health Law Review
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Clinical trials for chronic kidney disease
New partnership for pioneering kidney health research.
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Adults with Incapacity Amendment Act: consultation
This consultation seeks views on proposed changes to the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000. The changes put the adult front and centre of the legislation, reflecting UNCRPD, deprivation of liberty case law and the recommendations of the Scottish Mental Health Law Review
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Supporting Scotland’s most disadvantaged communities
£1 million to help tackle health inequalities.
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Independent Review of Community Learning and Development: consultation analysis
This report summarises responses to the call for evidence on the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD) in Scotland. Findings are set out under the four main themes for the Review.
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Learning: For All. For Life. A report from the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD)
This is the Report of the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD), which was led by Kate Still. The Independent Review began in December 2023 and was commissioned by the Minister for Higher and Further Education; and Veterans.
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Learning: For All. For Life. A report from the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD) – Learners Summary
This is a Learners Summary of the Report of the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD). The review was led by Kate Still. It began in December 2023 and was commissioned by the Minister for Higher and Further Education; and Veterans.
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National Care Service - complaints co-design: findings summary
This report sets out findings we have gathered through research and co-design that relate to complaints and redress.
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National Care Service - information sharing to improve care support: seldom heard voices co-design findings
We have been working with organisations who support people from groups and communities who often have barriers to engaging with government. This report is about findings from this work relating to the Information sharing to improve social care support co-design theme.
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Improving gender identity healthcare
Implications of the Cass Review for Scotland
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Genomics in Scotland strategy: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment - stage 1 and 2
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) stage 1 and 2 for the Genomics in Scotland: Building our Future five-year national strategy (2024 to 2029).
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Genomics in Scotland strategy: island communities impact assessment
Island communities impact assessment (ICIA) for the Genomics in Scotland: Building our Future - a five-year national strategy (2024-2029).
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Genomics in Scotland strategy: Fairer Scotland Duty summary
Fairer Scotland Duty impact assessment (FSD) summary for the Genomics in Scotland: Building our Future - a five-year national strategy (2024-2029).
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Genomics in Scotland strategy: business and regulatory impact assessment
Business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) for the Genomics in Scotland: Building our Future five-year national strategy (2024 to 2029).
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Genomics in Scotland strategy: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) results for the Genomics in Scotland: Building our Future - a five-year national strategy (2024-2029).
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Supporting people with high blood pressure
Digital hypertension platform hits 100,000 users.
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Cleaner Air for Scotland 2 strategy: progress report
This sets out the policy framework for air quality in Scotland to 2026 and includes a comprehensive list of actions across ten policy areas. This third annual report summarises progress on actions since the last report in September 2023.
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National engagement on NHS Reform
£5 million for health research projects.
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Withdrawal of the 'Coronavirus (COVID-19): use of face coverings in social care settings including adult care homes' guidance: Equality Impact Assessment
This equality impact assessment (EQIA) considers the potential effects of withdrawing the 'Coronavirus (COVID-19): use of face coverings in social care settings including adult care homes' guidance on those with protected characteristics.
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Extended use of facemasks and face coverings guidance in hospitals, primary care and wider community healthcare settings (referred to as 'Healthcare settings'): Equality Impact Assessment
This equality impact assessment (EQIA) considers the potential effects of withdrawing the ‘Extended use of face masks and face coverings in healthcare settings’ guidance on those with protected characteristics.
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Health and social care - Planning with People: community engagement and participation guidance - updated 2024
Planning with People sets out the responsibilities NHS boards, local authorities and Integration Joint Boards have to community engagement when health and social care services are being planned, or when changes to services are being considered and supports them to involve people meaningfully.
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Pathways of maternity care - patient leaflet: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) for the revised pathways of maternity care clinical guidance and schedule and birthplace decisions patient leaflet.
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Improving the lives of people with diabetes
Increased access to Diabetes technologies.
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Detect Cancer Earlier marketing campaign: evaluation report 2022/2023
An overview of the Detect Cancer Earlier campaign which ran from 6 to 31 March 2023, including independent evaluation results.
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Detect Cancer Earlier marketing campaign: evaluation report 2023/2024
An overview of the Detect Cancer Earlier campaign which ran from 18 September to 22 October 2023, including independent evaluation results.
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Healthcare Science in Scotland: Defining Our Strategic Approach: Island Communities Impact Assessment
The Healthcare Science in Scotland: Defining our Strategic Approach was introduced by the Scottish Government to develop healthcare science in Scotland. This sets out a vision and ambitions for the profession, and also the key themes in which future work will be undertaken.
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Apology to victims of infected blood scandal
First Minister makes statement in parliament.
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National Care Service Forum 2023: follow-up questions and answers
On 30 October 2023, we hosted our annual National Care Service (NCS) National Forum in Glasgow. Here we have collected and answered some of the questions people asked on the day.
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Zambia Non-Communicable Diseases Programme: call for proposals
This is a call for proposals and application form aimed at organisations who would like to deliver a grant for the International Development Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Health Programme in in Zambia on behalf of the Scottish Government. The deadline for applications is 5 July 2024.
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Rwanda Non-Communicable Diseases Programme: call for proposals
This is a call for proposals and application form aimed at organisations who would like to deliver a grant to support community palliative care in Rwanda on behalf of the Scottish Government. The deadline for applications is 5 July 2024.
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More women taking part in breast screening programme
New statistics show increase in uptake of appointments in Scotland.
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First meeting of new Cabinet
FM John Swinney chairs Cabinet before visits focused on jobs, NHS and transport.
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Action on antimicrobial resistance
Collaborative UK approach to combat infection threat.
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Aithris Bhliadhnail air Plana Nàiseanta nan Eilean 2023
Gaelic version of the National Islands Plan annual report 2023
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Ending HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030 - elimination delivery plan 2023-2026: island communities impact assessment
This publication outlines the Island Communities Impact Assessment carried out in relation to the Ending HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030: HIV Transmission Elimination Delivery Plan 2023 to 2026.
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Ending HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030 - elimination delivery plan 2023-2026: equality impact assessment
This publication outlines the equality impact assessment carried out in relation to the Ending HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030: HIV Transmission Elimination Delivery Plan 2023 to 2026.
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Ending HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030 - elimination delivery plan 2023-2026: fairer Scotland duty assessment
Fairer Scotland Duty Assessment carried out in relation to the Ending HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030: HIV Transmission Elimination Delivery Plan 2023 to 2026.
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Community Glaucoma Service (CGS): island communities impact assessment
The CGS is a new national enhanced service enabling Hospital Eye Services to discharge lower risk glaucoma and treated ocular hypertension patients to be registered with accredited community optometrists. This island communities impact assessment (ICIA) assesses the impact of the policy on island communities.
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Independent healthcare fees consultation: We Asked, You Said, We Did
Summary of the proposals to amend independent healthcare fees, an overview of the consultation response, and how the Scottish Government will proceed.
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Independent healthcare fees: consultation analysis report - SG response
Scottish Government response to our public consultation on proposals to increase the maximum fees that Healthcare Improvement Scotland may charge and published an analysis of the responses we received. After consideration of this analysis, we are amending our proposals.
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Independent healthcare fees: consultation analysis report
Analysis of responses to our consultation on proposals to increase the maximum fees that Healthcare Improvement Scotland may charge, which ran from 16 October 2023 to 11 December 2023.
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Gender identity healthcare
Improving gender identity healthcare for children and young people.
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Lèirmheas air Plana Nàiseanta nan Eilean: Anailis air a' Cho-chomhairle
Gaelic version of a report setting out the main findings of the public consultation carried out to inform a review of the National Islands Plan 2019.
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National Islands Plan review: consultation analysis
The report sets out the main findings of the public consultation carried out to inform a review of the National Islands Plan 2019.
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Respiratory conditions - quality prescribing strategy: improvement guide 2024 to 2027
Respiratory conditions are a major contributor to ill health, disability, and premature death – the most common conditions being asthma and COPD. This quality prescribing guide is designed to ensure people with respiratory conditions are at the centre of their treatment.
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Using genetics to improve health outcomes
Scotland’s first genomic medicine strategy will focus on cancer and rare conditions.
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Genomics in Scotland: Building our Future Strategy Summary
A five-year national strategy.
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Genomics in Scotland: Building our Future Strategy: Implementation Plan Year One
Genomics in Scotland: Building our Future. Implementation Plan Year One 2024-2025.
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Genomic medicine strategy 2024 to 2029
Our strategy for transforming genomic medicine across Scotland from 2024 to 2029.
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Minimum Unit Pricing rise
Parliament agrees continuation of policy and increase to 65p.
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Time Space Compassion in suicide prevention - practice stories - Volume 2
This the second collection of practice stories, illustrating the principles and supporting practices of Time Space Compassion - a relationship and person centred approach to suicide prevention.
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First instalment of £300 million to reduce waiting times
New funding alongside actions to increase productivity.
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National Chef backs food payment push
Champion cook Gary promotes vital Best Start support
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Ending HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030: HIV Transmission Elimination Delivery Plan 2023-26
A detailed delivery plan outlining prioritised actions for the elimination of HIV Transmission in Scotland by 2030.
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United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child - concluding observations 2023: SG initial response - child-friendly version
This report explains how the Scottish Government (SG) is responding to the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child’s concluding observations. These were published in 2023. This document will tell you about some of the things we are doing to make things better for children and their families in Scotland
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United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child - concluding observations 2023: SG initial response
This report sets out the Scottish Government’s (SG) initial response to the UN Committee’s Concluding Observations. It outlines the progress made in relation to children’s rights in Scotland since the publication of the Position Statement of November 2022
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Action on tobacco and vaping
New measures to protect children and young people and reduce preventable deaths.
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Healthcare science: strategic approach
The approach we will take to develop healthcare science in Scotland. This sets out a vision and ambitions for the profession, and also the key themes in which future work will be undertaken.
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Hospital at Home Programme - virtual capacity: equality impact assessment
Results summary of the equality impact assessment (EQIA) for Scotland’s Hospital at Home Programme. As part of this assessment we considered the impact of the policy against the nine protected characteristics outlined in the Equality Act 2010 as well as three additional characteristics.
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Preventing childhood obesity
Funding to help families.
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National Care Service Bill
Parliament agrees general Stage 1 principles
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Speeding up cancer diagnoses
Report shows impact of Scotland’s first fast-track cancer diagnostic services.
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Community Glaucoma Service: equality impact assessment
Results of the equality impact assessment undertaken in relation to the Community Glaucoma Service, a new national NHS service supporting the discharge of lower risk glaucoma and treated ocular hypertension patients from hospital, to be registered with accredited community optometrists.
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Dementia strategy: initial 2-year delivery plan - 2024 to 2026
This delivery plan sets out how Scottish Government and COSLA will work with the voices of lived experience and delivery partners to begin to realise the vision for change set out in our new dementia strategy for Scotland: Everyone's Story
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Infant food insecurity - responding and preventing: guide
Following discussions in June 2023, we committed to forming a short life working group to develop emergency integrated pathways for families in Scotland with an infant that may face food insecurity and what is available locally to them in an emergency. This toolkit forms a guide for local areas.
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Scottish Child Payment: Service Level Agreement between Scottish Ministers and The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions
Service Level Agreement between Scottish Ministers and The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions in Respect of Scottish Child Payment
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Prostitution - challenging and deterring men's demand: strategic approach
Sets our our collective approach, working with stakeholders across the wider public and third sector, to challenge and deter men’s demand for prostitution and support those with experience of it.
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Perinatal and infant mental health programme board/Infant mental health implementation and advisory group final report
Final report of the Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Programme Board and the Infant Mental Health Implementation and Advisory Group which concluded in March 2023
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Am Plana Nàiseanta airson Dùthaich a tha Math a Thaobh Biadh: Sgrìobhainn Chochomhairleachaidh
This consultation covers the content of the national Good Food Nation Plan. It seeks views on the Outcomes; ways of measuring progress; and how different groups envision life in a Good Food Nation. It also seeks views on specified functions. This is a Gaelic translation of the consultation.
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Geàrr-iomradh air a' Phlana Nàiseanta airson Dùthaich a tha Math a Thaobh Biadh
The national Good Food Nation Plan sets out six over-arching Outcomes; the range of targets and indicators that will be used to gauge progress towards achieving them; and details of food-related policies and initiatives from across the Scottish Government. This is a Gaelic summary of the Plan.
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National Good Food Nation Plan: consultation - easy read
Easy read version of our consultation on the national Good Food Nation Plan, which sets out the Government's goals for food and how we will achieve them.
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National Good Food Nation Plan
The national Good Food Nation Plan sets out six over-arching Outcomes for a Good Food Nation; the range of targets and indicators that will be used to gauge progress towards achieving them; and details of a wide range of food-related policies and initiatives from across the Scottish Government.
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National Good Food Nation Plan: consultation
We are consulting on the first national Good Food Nation Plan. We are seeking views on the national Good Food Nation Outcomes, ways of measuring progress and how different groups envision life in a Good Food Nation. It also seeks views on specified functions.
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Women's health plan: second annual progress report - January 2024
The Women's Health Plan aims to improve health outcomes and health services for all women and girls in Scotland. This second annual report provides a summary of the progress made on delivering the Plan.
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Brain and central nervous system cancer: clinical quality performance indicators - engagement document
Guidance to our consultation on brain and central nervous system cancer clinical quality performance indicators which is taking place in January and February 2024.
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Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus - quality prescribing strategy: improvement guide 2024 to 2027
This quality prescribing guide is intended to support clinicians across the multidisciplinary team and people with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) in shared decision-making and the effective use of medicines, and offers practical advice and options for tailoring care to the needs and preferences of individuals.
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Rural Scotland Data Dashboard: Overview
This report accompanies the Rural Scotland Data Dashboard which presents data on a range of issues that impact rural Scotland. The report synthesises the data included in the dashboard into a broader picture of successes, challenges and trends in rural Scotland.
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Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill: consultation
We are committed to protecting, respecting and championing the rights of people with learning disabilities and neurodivergent people. This consultation on proposals for a Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill seeks the views of everyone on how we can do this.
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Suspected drug deaths in Scotland: July to September 2023
This quarterly report presents Police Scotland management information to provide an indication of current trends in suspected drug deaths in Scotland.
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Mental Health after Covid Hospitalisation (MACH) service: exploratory qualitative study
This qualitative research explores the MACH service from the perspective of practitioners and advisors involved in the set up and delivery of MACH with a view to understanding how the service has been implemented and developed since it was launched.
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NHSScotland: national access policy
This policy has been updated to provide a national approach for health boards to ensure equitable, safe, clinically effective and efficient access to services for their patients.
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Endometriosis: lived experience insight report 2023
Details the findings from a series of endometriosis lived experience interviews. It seeks to raise awareness of endometriosis by providing an insight into experiences of accessing care and support across Scotland and how living with endometriosis can impact a person’s quality of life.
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NHS recovery plan: progress report 2023
An annual report for 2023 setting out progress on the NHS Recovery Plan 2021to 2026.
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NHSScotland waiting times guidance: November 2023
This guidance replaces the previous waiting times guidance (2012) to support health boards in the delivery of the national waiting times standards. The guidance will continue to make sure that patients who are on waiting lists are managed fairly and consistently across NHSScotland.
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National Trauma Transformation Programme: Trauma-Informed Maternity Services Pathfinders - Learning Report
Commissioned as part of the National Trauma Transformation Programme (NTTP), this report presents the findings from two trauma-informed maternity services pathfinder projects.
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Mapping Of Professional Qualification Routes and Continuous Professional Learning Opportunities relating to Psychological Trauma, in the Children and Families Workforce
Commissioned as part of the National Trauma Transformation Programme, this research aimed to map the learner journeys of five sectors of the Children and Families workforce including School Nursing, Health Visiting, Children and Families Social Work, Residential Childcare and Secure Care.
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Preparing for Emergencies Guidance
This guidance provides advice, considerations, and support from a strategic lens for Health Boards to effectively prepare for emergencies in compliance with relevant legislation.
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Sexual health and blood borne virus action plan: 2023 to 2026
This action plan outlines the sexual health and blood borne virus (HIV, hepatitis C, hepatitis B) priorities for Scotland for 2023 to 2026.
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Cancer services action plan 2020 to 2023: final report
This final report has been prepared following the end of the 2020 National Cancer Plan 'Recovery and Redesign: Cancer Services' in March 2023. This report provides a brief summary of progress against the outstanding actions as from August 2022.
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Pain management service delivery framework: implementation plan update
The implementation plan update (2023) sets out our priorities and the actions we will take to reduce the impact of chronic pain on quality of life and wellbeing and improve information, care and services for people in Scotland.
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Tobacco and vaping framework: roadmap to 2034
This focuses on both tobacco and vaping and sets our direction to 2034. It also includes the first implementation plan, which will run until November 2025.
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Transvaginal Mesh Removal Reimbursement Scheme 2023
Sets out the particulars of the Transvaginal Mesh Removal Reimbursement Scheme 2023.
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Health and social care: winter preparedness plan 2023-2024
This winter plan represents a whole system approach to responding to a surge in demand for health and social care services and sets out the actions to help relieve pressure points across the system. The measures outlined are applicable throughout the year when we may face increased pressures.
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Air pollution - health impacts: summary research findings
This report presents a summary of the research findings from the evidence on health impacts of low-level air pollution in countries with levels of ambient concentrations comparable to Scotland.
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Low-level pollution - health impacts: evidence review
This review explores the existing evidence on the health effects associated with low-level pollution in countries that have levels of ambient air pollution similar to Scotland.
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Healthcare Improvement Scotland - independent healthcare fees: consultation
This consultation is required to ensure that the fees required for the effective regulation of independent healthcare services is fairly implemented.
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Abortion Service Safe Access Zones (Scotland) Bill: equality impact assessment
Equality impact assessment (EQIA) for the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones)(Scotland) Bill.
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Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill: island communities impact assessment screening
Island communities impact assessment (ICIA) screening for the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill.
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Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) for the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill.
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Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill: business and regulatory impact assessment
Business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) for the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill.
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Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill: fairer Scotland duty summary
Fairer Scotland duty impact assessment for the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill.
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Support for the Veterans and Armed Forces Community 2023
This report highlights our continuing support for the Veterans and Armed Forces community in Scotland and provides an update on this year’s achievements and work undertaken to improve support and access to services for our Armed Forces, Veterans and their families.
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Value based health and care: action plan
Sets out the actions to support health and care colleagues practise Realistic Medicine and deliver value based health and care, by focusing on outcomes that matter to people, optimising use of health and care resources, and contributing to a more sustainable health and care system.
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Psychological therapies and interventions specification
Specification setting out the aims to improve the delivery of psychological therapies and interventions for everyone accessing and delivering these across Scotland.
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Core mental health standards
These core standards support adult secondary services with the aim of improving quality and safety of mental health services for people in Scotland.
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Adult secondary mental health services: consultation analysis
The new core mental health standards have been informed by the adult secondary mental health services public consultation analysis. The consultation results have been independently analysed to produce a full report and executive summary.
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Psychological therapies and interventions specification: easy read summary
Easy read summary of the new national psychological therapies and interventions specification, setting out aims to improve the delivery of psychological therapies and interventions for everyone accessing and delivering these across Scotland.
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Psychological therapies and interventions specification: consultation analysis
The new national psychological therapies and interventions specification has been informed by the public consultation analysis. The consultation results have been independently analysed to produce a full report and executive summary.
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Adult secondary mental health services and psychological therapies and interventions specification: consultation analysis, key themes report
This executive summary report brings together the key themes identified in the consultation analysis reports for adult secondary mental health services and psychological therapies and interventions specification.
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Core mental health standards: easy read summary
Easy read summary of the core mental health standards. Supporting adult secondary services with the aim of improving quality and safety of mental health services for people in Scotland.
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Adult Disability Payment: Service Level Agreement between The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions and Scottish Ministers
Service Level Agreement between The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions and Scottish Ministers in respect of Adult Disability Payment
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Alcohol - minimum unit pricing - continuation and future pricing: interim business and regulatory impact assessment
This business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) contains an assessment of two policy proposals: 1) continuing the effect of the minimum unit pricing (MUP) legislation and 2) in the event of continuation, an increase in the price per unit, to 65ppu.
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Alcohol - minimum unit pricing - continuation and future pricing: consultation
We are consulting on whether Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) should be continued as part of the range of policy measures in place to address alcohol related harm, and, in the event of its continuation, the level the minimum unit price should be set going forward.
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Alcohol (Minimum Pricing) (Scotland) Act 2012 - operation and effect 2018 to 2023: report
The Alcohol (Minimum Pricing) (Scotland) Act 2012 allows the Scottish Parliament to set a price below which alcohol cannot be sold. This publication reports on the operation and effect of the minimum pricing provisions during the first five years of the provisions being in force.
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Regulation of independent health care consultation: Scottish Government response
We ran a public consultation on the further regulation of independent health care and published an analysis of the responses we received. There is strong public support for further regulation of independent health care services in Scotland.
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Single use vapes ban considered
Action to protect young people and the planet.
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Pain Management Panel - engagement: phase 2 report
The second independently produced report of consultations with the Scottish Government Pain Management Panel. The membership consists of people with lived experience of chronic pain and will help shape the planning and delivery of our Framework for Pain Management Service.
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Quality prescribing for respiratory illness 2024 to 2027 - draft guidance: consultation
We are consulting on this draft guide which aims to optimise treatment outcomes in the management of respiratory illness. Produced by Scottish Government, NHS Scotland and Experts by Experience, it builds on the 2018 to 2021 strategy. It promotes person-centred care, the 7-Steps process for medicine reviews and shared decision-making.
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Regulation of independent health care amendments: consultation analysis
We ran a public consultation from 1 Feb 2023 to 26 April 2023 seeking views on whether further change is needed to the way independent health care is regulated. This report provides an analysis of the responses to that consultation.
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Slight rise in alcohol-specific deaths
Official statistics show 2% increase.
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Independent Review of Audiology Services in Scotland
Review report and recommendations from the Independent Review of Audiology Services in NHS Scotland. The Review was announced by the Scottish Government in January 2022 in the context of failings in the standards of care provided in the NHS Lothian Paediatrics Services.
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Decrease in drug-related deaths
Figures show biggest year-on-year reduction since statistics series began.
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Women's health plan: interim progress update 2023
Update paper for the Women's Health Plan Implementation Programme Board highlighting some of the key progress made on implementing the women's health plan since the beginning of this year.
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COVID-19 testing guidance update
Testing to be based on clinical need in hospitals, care homes and prisons.
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Supporting access to online services
Funding to improve digital inclusion in mental health and housing.
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Funding to support Long Covid projects
New health board service helping people with the condition.
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iMatter Survey 2022: demographic data exploration
Independent report by Webropol providing detailed information and analysis of staff experience in health and social care across Scotland, broken down by protected characteristics (as stated in Equality Act 2010). This report compiles data from the 2021 and 2022 iMatter survey.
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Health screening: equity in screening strategy 2023 to 2026
The Scottish equity in screening strategy tackles inequalities within the screening programmes.
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Increased fees for NHS dentists
Improved payment system to expand services.
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Improving maternity and neonatal care
New intensive care model for the highest risk pre-term babies.
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Further investment in cancer support services
£9 million extension of partnership to help patients.
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Scottish mental health law review: our response
A response to the independent review of mental health, capacity and adult support and protection legislation, chaired by Lord John Scott KC.
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Scottish mental health law review: our response - summary
Simplified summary of a response to the independent review of mental health, capacity and adult support and protection legislation, chaired by Lord John Scott KC.
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Minimum Unit Pricing has ‘positive impact’ on health
Report concludes policy has saved lives and cut hospital admissions.
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Increasing access to diabetes technology
£350,000 funding to speed up delivery.
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Discovering meaning, purpose and hope through person centred wellbeing and spiritual care: framework
The framework reflects the considerable developments resulting from the increased professionalism in spiritual care over the last twenty years. It firmly establishes the role of spiritual care as an integral part of health and social care provision.
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Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019 - draft statutory guidance: consultation
This consultation is on the statutory guidance that will be issued by the Scottish Ministers to accompany the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019. The guidance will support relevant organisations in meeting requirements placed on them by the Act and relevant secondary legislation.
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Update on Medication Assisted Treatment Standards
Minister welcomes report which highlights substantial progress.
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Transvaginal Mesh Case Record Review
The final report on the Transvaginal Mesh Case Record Review.
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Realistic Medicine - Doing the right thing: Chief Medical Officer annual report 2022 to 2023
Chief Medical Officer's (CMO) third annual report, and the seventh on Realistic Medicine. It reflects on the challenges our system is facing and asks professionals to practise Realistic Medicine, in order to deliver value based health and care and a more sustainable system.
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Healthcare Associated Infection (HCAI) strategy 2023 to 2025
The Scottish Healthcare Associated Infection (HCAI) Strategy 2023 to 2025 sets out our approach to supporting NHS Scotland to reduce HCAIs, as we recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Time Space Compassion - supporting people who are having a suicidal crisis: guide - easy read
Easy read version of the Time Space Compassion introductory guide to supporting people in suicidal crisis. It has been developed for use by people and services who regularly come into contact and support people in suicidal crisis.
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New cancer strategy launched to improve survival
Ten year plan to tackle disease.
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Cancer strategy 2023-2026: business and regulatory impact assessment
Business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) for the Cancer Strategy for Scotland 2023 to 2026.
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Cancer strategy 2023-2033: fairer Scotland impact assessment
Fairer Scotland Impact Assessment for the Cancer Strategy for Scotland 2023-2033.
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Cancer strategy 2023-2033: island communities impact assessment
Island communities impact assessment for the National Cancer Strategy for Scotland 2023 to 2033.
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Cancer strategy 2023-2033: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) for the Cancer Strategy for Scotland 2023 to 2033.
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Cancer strategy 2023-2033: equalities (results) impact assessments
Equality impact assessment results for the Cancer Strategy for Scotland 2023-2033
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Cancer strategy 2023-2033: equalities (records) impact assessment
Equalities (records) impact assessment for the National Cancer Strategy for Scotland 2023-2033.
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Cancer action plan 2023 to 2026
This action plan supports the cancer strategy 2023 to 2033 and outlines the realistic and achievable actions that we will deliver in the first three years.
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Cancer strategy 2023 to 2033
This Cancer strategy for Scotland sets out our vision for the next ten years to improve cancer survival and provide excellent, equitably accessible care. It was developed in collaboration with people with lived experience and our wider partners.
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Stroke improvement plan 2023
Sets out our priorities and the actions we will take to minimise preventable strokes and ensure timely and equitable access to life-saving treatment and a person centred, holistic approach to care that supports rehabilitation.
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Funding to bring down outpatient waiting list
£1.8million for new dermatology service.
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Further support for drugs services
Awards for 48 projects in latest funding round.
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New dementia strategy for Scotland: Everyone's Story
The new Dementia Strategy for Scotland is a 10-year vision for change. This strategy was developed in collaboration with people with lived experience and our wider partners. It is the culmination of eight months of engagement with people across Scotland, focussed on how we improve delivery
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New dementia strategy for Scotland: summary
This summary of our New Dementia Strategy for Scotland (a 10-year vision for change) sets out the difference we want to make, prioritising how we improve delivery and impact, with a focus on enhancing community supports.
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Energy drinks: evidence brief
Evidence summary of caffeinated energy drink (CED) consumption patterns in children and young people in the UK and Scotland and the impact on their physical and psychological health and behavioural outcomes.
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Calorie labelling in the out of home sector: consultation analysis
Independent analysis of the responses to the consultation on mandatory calorie labelling in the out of home sector in Scotland.
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Ending the sale of energy drinks to children and young people: consultation analysis
Independent analysis of the responses to the consultation on ending the sale of energy drinks to children and young people.
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Restricting promotions of food and drink high in fat, sugar, or salt: consultation analysis
Independent analysis of the responses to the consultation on proposals to restrict promotions of food and drink high in fat, sugar, or salt.
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Coming Home implementation report: equality impact assessment
Record of the Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) carried out in relation to the policy development of the Coming Home Implementation Report recommendations for people with learning disabilities and complex care needs.
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Coming Home implementation: memorandum of understanding
Memorandum of Understanding between the Scottish Government and COSLA in relation to the Coming Home Implementation Dynamic Support Registers for people with learning disabilities and complex care needs.
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Vaping - understanding prevalence and trends among adults and children: research
Analysis of data on vaping from twelve surveys conducted at UK or regional level, with a focus on current use, ever tried, dual use and differences by socio-economic status.
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More investment in Hospital at Home
Expansion will increase beds by 50%.
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Record year for heart transplants
Life-saving surgery transforming lives.
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Health and social care - Planning with People: community engagement and participation guidance
This has been superseded by the May 2024 guidance.
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Equality, opportunity, community: New leadership - A fresh start
This publication sets out the First Minister’s vision for Scotland and the outcomes he and his government aim to achieve by 2026.
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Launch of NHS Community Glaucoma Service
Treatment offered closer to patient's home.
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Tech partnership boosts health innovation
Linking business and clinical expertise.
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Tackling health inequalities
First Minister announces additional support for general practices in most deprived areas.
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National Islands Plan Annual Report 2022
The Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 requires that a report is presented to Parliament each year setting out the progress made towards delivery of the National Islands Plan. This report sets out progress made during the 2022 reporting year.
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NAIT Adult Neurodevelopmental Pathways report
In 2021, there was a recognised need to improve experiences and outcomes for autistic adults, adults with ADHD and those with co-occurring neurodevelopmental conditions in Scotland. This report details innovative and new ways of working towards these goals, including future recommendations.
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COVID-19 spring booster programme underway
At-risk groups offered additional dose.
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Raising awareness of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Campaign to highlight symptoms of Crohn’s and Colitis.
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Fife National Treatment Centre
First Minister opens new £33 million facility.
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Genomics in Scotland: Building our Future
This publication sets out our intention for genomic medicine in Scotland.
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Telemedicine early medical abortion at home: evaluation
We commissioned this evaluation of early medical abortion at home (EMAH) in Scotland in 2021. The evaluation sought to determine the safety and efficacy of the current arrangements and help inform Ministers about the future of EMAH.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccinations 2021 to 2022: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
This Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) sets out the consideration which has been given to the vaccination of children and young people and how vaccination may impact upon children’s rights and wellbeing.
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Minimum Unit Pricing reducing alcohol deaths
Report estimates the policy has saved hundreds of lives.
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Long-term Monitoring of Health Inequalities March 2023 report
Annual update of the long-term monitoring of health inequalities headline indicators.
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Health inequalities statistics released
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Improved patient care and safety
Scotland, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland joint pharmacy project.
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The Carer's Assistance (Carer Support Payment) (Scotland) Draft Regulations 2023
Where Scottish Ministers propose to make regulations under the Social Security (Scotland) Act 2018, they must make proposals publicly available. This page contains draft Carer Support Payment (Scotland) 2023 regulations which were sent to the Scottish Commission on Social Security on 3 March 2023.
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Improving children’s health
Almost £600,000 funding to help prevent childhood obesity.
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Dementia strategy - national conversation: what people told us
High-level summary of the collective written and oral evidence we received on our national conversation to information a new dementia strategy. It outlines the range of responses received, as well as the evidence-based rigour we brought to this analysis through using thematic analysis techniques.
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Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME-CFS): good practice statement
Guidance to support the diagnosis and management of ME/CFS in primary care. This was originally published in 2010 and we have partially updated it to insert key recommendations from the NICE Guideline on ME/CFS published in October 2021.
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Increasing drugs services
£14 million for additional residential rehabilitation capacity.
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Transitions to adulthood for disabled young people: literature review
A literature review, commissioned by the Scottish Government, of existing Scottish, UK and International evidence on the experiences faced by disabled young people during their transition to adulthood. The review also explores best practice in supporting disabled young people during this time.
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Transitions to adulthood for disabled young people: literature review - easy read
Easy read version of the literature review, commissioned by the Scottish Government, of existing research and evidence on disabled young people’s experiences of transitions to adulthood.
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Health and social care: data strategy
Scotland’s first data strategy for health and social care, setting out how we will work together in transforming the way that people access their own data to improve health and wellbeing; and how care is delivered through improvements to our systems.
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Health and social care: data strategy - executive summary
Executive summary of the data strategy for health and social care.
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Improving equity of access to cancer clinical trials in Scotland
This report summarises the findings and recommendations of an Equity of Access Short Life Working Group. This is provided as a compilation of work package reports.
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Supporting roots: report
Report providing a broad picture of the needs of birth parents who have lost a child or children to ‘care’, and of the support and services that are currently available in Scotland. This report is designed to support best practice and service innovation.
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Women’s Health Champion appointed
Improving health outcomes for women.
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Women's health plan: progress report
The Women's Health Plan aims to improve health outcomes and health services for all women and girls in Scotland. This first report sets out the progress made to date against the Plan's short term actions, and an update on medium term actions where progress is already being made.
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Winter vaccines reminder for eligible groups.
Hospitalisations for COVID-19 and flu increasing.
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World’s first online HIV prevention service
Pilot clinic to be developed.
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Boost for long COVID support advice line
Help for those with longer-term symptoms.
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Wellbeing economy toolkit for local authorities
Roadmap to fair, green prosperity for communities and regions.
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Interim report shows value of Rapid Cancer Diagnostic Services
Hundreds of patients receive earlier referral.
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Further action to reduce alcohol-related harm
Consultation launched on plans to restrict advertising.
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Restricting alcohol advertising and promotion: consultation
This consultation seeks views on potential restrictions to alcohol advertising and promotion in Scotland.
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Innovative health technology helping patients
More than 5,000 procedures performed.
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Health and social care - data strategy: consultation analysis
An independent analysis of the responses to our public consultation to inform the development of Scotland’s first data strategy for health and social care, due for publication in early 2023.
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Video consultation scheme for patients rolled out to community hubs
Up to 40,000 consultations taking place every month.
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Scotland is world’s first Daily Mile Nation
Key target to involve all 32 local authorities is met.
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Winter vaccines for remaining priority groups
Extended to over-50s with no underlying health conditions.
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More than 1.3 million winter vaccines delivered
Most vulnerable protected against COVID-19 and flu.
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Helping detect cancer earlier
Rapid Diagnostic Services to be established in a further two areas.
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Preparing the NHS for Winter
More than £600 million to support services.
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Number of hospital operations increases
More procedures carried out by NHS.
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A new story for Dementia
Voices of people with dementia, their families and carers to shape new strategy.
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Innovative cancer programme extended
Patients report quicker and easier treatment.
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National Care Service - Lived Experience Experts Panel and Stakeholder Register: privacy notice - easy read
Easy read version of a privacy notice, explaining how we will use and protect your data in the Lived Experience Experts Panel and National Care Service Stakeholder Register.
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Getting involved in designing the National Care Service (easy read)
Easy read description of how to get involved in the Lived Experience Experts Panel and National Care Service Stakeholder Register.
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Rent freeze focus of Programme for Government
Ministers act to protect people in cost crisis.
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Winter vaccines programme begins
More than two million people will be offered appointments.
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Scotland’s winter vaccination programme gets underway
Latest step in fight against COVID-19.
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Improving cancer waiting times
£10 million allocated to speed up cancer services.
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Supporting the Commonwealth Games
Cabinet Secretary looks ahead to major cycling event in Scotland.
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Women's Health Plan: implementation plan - year one
This plan will assist the Women's Health Plan Implementation Programme Board to monitor progress with a particular focus on deliverables for year one, which are due to be achieved by September 2022.
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Autumn/Winter COVID-19 booster programme
Additional doses will be given in Scotland from September.
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Urology hub bringing down waiting lists
Redesigned service is part of £70 million recovery plan.
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My Health, My Care, My Home - healthcare framework for adults living in care homes
Framework providing a series of recommendations that aims to transform the healthcare for people living in care homes.
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Spring booster dose reminder
Eligible groups urged to come forward before the end of June.
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Safer sleep for babies: guide for parents and carers
New Scottish Government and NHS Safer Sleep for Babies resources developed in partnership with the Lullaby Trust, UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative and BASIS the Baby Sleep Information Source based at Durham University.
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Dementia advisory panel
Policy to be shaped by people living with dementia.
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Modernising breast screening services
Review of breast screening programme published.
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Annual health checks
Funding to support people with learning disabilities.
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£3 million awarded to long COVID projects
Targeted support based on views of patients and clinicians.
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New ‘stay at home’ guidance published
Changes from 1 May.
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£1 million to support people with neurological conditions
Migraine Trust among projects benefiting from investment.
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Carrick Glen hospital bought by NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Facility to become new National Treatment Centre.
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Public views on adding calories to menus
Healthier options when eating out.
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Preparing for future pandemics
Chair appointed to committee.
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Support for Ukrainians in Scotland
Access to healthcare and social security benefits.
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Strokes: progressive stroke pathway
The progressive stroke pathway, produced by the National Advisory Committee for Stroke (NACS), sets out a vision of what progressive stroke care in Scotland should comprise.
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Chair appointed to audiology review group
Professor Jacqueline Taylor to take up role.
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New Bairns’ Hoose appointment
Post will drive improvements for children.
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Spring rollout of boosters begins
At-risk groups to be offered further dose.
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Dental services for all
Revised arrangements will reward dentists for seeing more NHS patients.
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National Radiotherapy Plan for Scotland
£1.5 million for specialised radiotherapy services.
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Health inequalities statistics released
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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“Unsung heroes” of COVID-19 response
National volunteering hub oversees 7,000 shifts in first year
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Living safely with Covid
Scotland’s updated Strategic Framework published.
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Second boosters for at-risk groups
Spring dose to boost protection.
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Coming Home Implementation report
Improving care for people with complex needs and learning disabilities.
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Supporting access to COVID-19 vaccines in Malawi, Rwanda and Zambia
£1.5 million in Scottish Government funds for UNICEF.
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New vision for justice
Victims placed at the heart of ensuring just, safe, and resilient communities.
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More funding to improve patient services
£82.6m to help deal with winter pressures on GP practices.
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Help for people living with dementia
Extra £1 million will help people shape the services they need.
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15 million milestone reached for Coronavirus tests
Scottish NHS hubs help bolster capacity.
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Flu vaccination programme success
Huge uptake across the country.
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Booster jab reminder
Scheduled appointments being sent to 18-59 year olds.
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Next steps in hearing services review
National review group to be created.
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Mobile operating theatre for Orkney and Shetland
£2.3 million to support elective procedures.
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Restrictions eased for care home residents
Isolation periods reduced and removed.
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Vaccinations for youngsters with specific medical conditions
Invitations being sent from this week.
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Increasing mental health support in GP practices
Funding to reach £40 million a year.
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Vaccination vital as Omicron remains a threat
People urged to get boosted as soon as possible.
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Self-Isolation and testing changes
Updated Covid-19 guidance.
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Helping those living with chronic pain
Additional funding for pain management care.
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COVID vaccine for 12-15 year olds
Bringing forward second dose for young people.
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One jab every second as Scotland boosts by the bells
Rapid roll-out of vaccinations.
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Action to focus Test and Protect on those at highest risk
Priority given to essential workers and those most at risk.
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COVID-19 cases on 28 December 2021
Breakdown of daily figures over the festive break.
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Mental health over the festive season
Support available for those who may be struggling.
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Testing will continue through the holiday period
Sites to remain open every day.
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Nightclubs to close
Closure to be reviewed in three weeks and follows consultation with sector.
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Further measures needed to reduce contacts
Additional steps to slow spread of dominant Omicron variant will be reviewed after three weeks.
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Supporting NHS gender identity services
£9 million to improve gender identity healthcare.
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Steps to accelerate booster programme
Online portal extended and changes to flu delivery.
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New measures required to slow the spread of Coronavirus
Additional measures to manage the increased risks of transmission associated with Omicron.
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COVID-19 cases caught early by LFD tests
Evaluation of testing pathways published.
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Publication on suspected drug deaths
Latest figures indicate slight decline.
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Vaccine boosters available to over 30s
Advance booking facility opened up to 30-39 year olds.
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Social care staff urged to get booster
Support available to ensure care workers can get vaccines and boosters.
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Record £18 billion for health and social care
Budget focus on pandemic recovery.
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Child health hearing services under review
Steps taken and Board escalated to improve paediatric audiology services.
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CMO encourages people to come forward for antiviral trial
National study will test new COVID-19 treatments.
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One year of COVID-19 vaccinations
More than 27,000 deaths averted in Scotland.
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Funding to address childhood obesity
Projects awarded share of £759,000.
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Increase in Omicron cases
Cases no longer linked to single event.
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Expanding access to Residential Rehabilitation in Scotland
Funding released to drugs projects.
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New Plan for endoscopy and urology
£70 million to ensure faster diagnosis.
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General Practice support over Winter and beyond
£30 million will help support more face-to-face appointments.
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Booster jab roll-out continues
Advance booking facility for 40-49 year olds.
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Contact tracing workforce safeguarded
£33.1 million to retain over 500 posts.
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Autumn/Winter vaccination milestone
One and half million third doses and boosters delivered.
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Negative test becomes part of certification scheme
Expanded testing needed to keep cases down.
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Supporting women’s health
Temporary contraception available from pharmacies.
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Expanding primary care
£7 million to improve and grow the primary care estate.
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Online portal for Autumn/Winter vaccination programme
Advance booking facility for booster and flu jabs.
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Hospitals roll out three-in-one winter virus tests
£5 million investment to help ease patient congestion.
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Vaccine trials
Move to resolve international travel problems through additional vaccinations.
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Pharmacies ensuring swift patient care
More than 2 million consultations with NHS Pharmacy First.
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More measures to improve A&E waiting times
Further £10 million winter funding for NHS.
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Increasing vaccination capacity
Military to support national Autumn/Winter vaccination programme.
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Boosting protection
Marketing campaign highlights benefits of flu and COVID-19 booster jabs.
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Expanding Scotland’s medical workforce
£32 million for 139 additional trainee doctors.
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Roll-out of new diabetes test
World-leading test to improve diagnosis.
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Scotland’s Covid Certificates Accepted by the EU
Scots must update certification status before travelling abroad.
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Additional funding to tackle COVID-19
£482 million for pandemic costs.
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Delivering the right care in the right setting
£10 million to avoid hospital stays and prevent delayed discharge.
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Flu and COVID-19 vaccine roll-out
Invitation letters for next eligible groups.
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National drive for women and girls in sport
Sport and Active Living budget doubles to £100m.
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Sporting heroes back Scottish Women and Girls in Sport Week
Series of events to increase participation.
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NHS Scotland Academy
£9 million to enhance health workforce.
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Update to vaccine certification Apps
Users and businesses should download green tick updates.
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Vaccine certification enforcement gets underway
Proof of status needed at higher risk venues.
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Cervical screening campaign
People urged to attend smear test.
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Good Food Nation Bill Introduced
Public bodies to prepare plans making good quality food accessible to all
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Vaccine certification scheme introduced
Proof of status now needed at higher risk venues.
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Vaccination programme progression
Next groups receive invitations as updated strategy is published.
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Improving ventilation to tackle COVID-19
New £25 million package targets high risk settings.
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Tackling mental health stigma and discrimination
See Me awarded continued funding.
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Vaccination appointments for 12-15 year olds
Invitations being sent out by letter.
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10 million milestone reached for Coronavirus tests
Scottish NHS hubs help bolster capacity.
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Covid-19 booster vaccinations underway
Injections to be given alongside flu jab where appropriate.
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Record your organ and tissue donation decision
Six months since opt out system introduced.
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World class cancer care
Five-year strategy for children and young people in Scotland.
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Records check for women excluded from cervical screening programme
Women’s Health Minister Maree Todd updates Parliament on remedying screening system issues.
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Vaccinations for 12 -15 year olds
Health Secretary accepts CMO advice to proceed.
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Second doses offered to all eligible adults
Missed appointments can be rearranged as programme continues.
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Edinburgh Eye Pavilion
Outline business case agreed.
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Plan to make eating out healthier
Action to help food industry tackle obesity.
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Vaccine certification plans approved by Scottish Parliament
Scheme will come into effect on October 1.
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Long COVID Support Fund
£10 million for NHS Boards.
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School flu vaccinations get underway
Free vaccine extended to secondary school pupils
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Record investment to transform Scotland’s NHS
FM to confirm £2.5 billion increase in spending.
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Covid-19 Vaccination certification
New proposals to keep people safe and prevent closure.
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Hospital at Home
£2.6 million further funding.
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Preventing deaths from overdose
National campaign launched to help save lives.
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Funding to enhance football mental wellbeing programme
Changing Room – Extra Time launched.
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Don’t leave the job half done
Remaining under 40s urged to get their second dose.
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NHS Recovery Plan
More than £1 billion to improve care and tackle backlog.
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Removal of NHS dental charges for all young people
£7.5 million to support dental sector.
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Hospital PFI car parks in Glasgow and Dundee bought out
Talks at advanced stage to take over Edinburgh facility.
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CMO urges pregnant women to get vaccinated
Vaccination helps protect women and their babies from severe infection.
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Women's Health Plan
Tackling inequalities and improving health.
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Women's health plan: easy read
Easy read version of the women’s health plan.
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Women's health plan
The Women’s Health Plan underpins actions to improve women’s health inequalities by raising awareness around women’s health, improving access to health care and reducing inequalities in health outcomes for girls and women, both for sex-specific conditions and in women’s general health.
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Future pandemic expert group established
Move will strengthen public health preparations.
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Workplace testing rolled out to boost recovery
Organisations are urged to sign up.
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Expanding access to naloxone
Consultation on making life-saving drug more widely available.
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Free flu vaccine for more people
Vaccination programme extended.
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Vaccines for 16-17 year olds
Drop-in clinics to start.
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Prehabilitation for cancer patients
£270,000 pilot scheme gives pre-treatment support.
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Vaccinations for 16 to 17-year-olds
Programme extended to more young people.
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Vaccinations for young people with certain conditions
Children and young people aged 12-17 from key groups to be offered COVID-19 vaccine.
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Drug-related death statistics 2020
Minister says figures are “heart-breaking”.
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Work to reduce drug-related deaths
East Ayrshire project offers same-day support.
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Major milestone in vaccination programme
Scheduled first doses completed for all adults.
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Health Secretary visits Tayside drop-in clinic
First dose phase of vaccination programme nears completion.
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Mesh removal surgery
Contracts awarded for option of private surgery.
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Supporting the NHS
£12 million to health boards for emergency care.
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Mobile vaccination timetable extended
More opportunities to get “Jagged in July”.
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Test and Protect to prioritise high risk cases
Greater use of text and digital resources.
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NHS Covid-19 funding increased
£380 million to help Health Boards with pandemic costs.
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Drop-in vaccine clinics in every mainland health board
People urged to get “Jagged in July”.
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Improving cancer waiting times
£10 million investment in cancer care.
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Self-registration portal for all over 18s
Every adult can sign up for a vaccine.
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First doses booked in for all adults ahead of schedule
All over 18s will be scheduled by the end of next week.
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Alcohol sales fell to 26-year low in 2020
Minister welcomes figures but pledges further action
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Surgical robots for NHS Scotland
£20 million for advanced technology to treat cancer.
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Free NHS dental care for young people
600,000 people to benefit from extension of free care.
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Fairer assessment for blood donors
Eligibility for donation updated.
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Glasgow Fan Zone
Test kits to be mailed to fans.
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Bringing forward second doses
Earlier slots for over-40s to help combat Delta variant.
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Expanding the national vaccination programme
Roll-out to include international students.
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New services to help find cancer sooner
Scotland’s first Early Cancer Diagnostic Centres go live
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Remobilising NHS dentists
£5 million to help meet safety standards and see more patients.
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Rapid test kits rolled out to pharmacies
Expansion has vital role to play in tackling pandemic.
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Accelerating the vaccination programme
Military to help increase number of appointments.
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NHS Scotland Assure
New service for healthcare facilities.
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New treatment standards for drug users
Access to support the day it is asked for.
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New lung cancer detection campaign
Get potential symptoms checked early by your GP.
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Levels and travel restrictions update
Moray moves to Level 2, Glasgow remains in Level 3.
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Three million people receive first vaccination
Scotland’s roll-out reaches two thirds of the eligible population.
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Regular rapid testing for everyone
Free lateral flow test kits will be available for anyone without symptoms.
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Support for people with neurological conditions
Over £700,000 allocated to projects around the country.
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Steps to increase organ transplants
Plan sets out key priorities.
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Over £8 million for healthcare students
Funding to support practical learning.
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Welfare Advice and Health Partnerships
Over £3 million for money advice services in GP surgeries.
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Vaccination programme reaches two million people
Vaccines delivered to 44% of Scotland’s eligible population.
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Improving the future of health and social care
People will have more say in how services are delivered.
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Under 60s to begin receiving vaccination invitations
Vaccine roll-out continues at pace.
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Workplace testing expanded
Routine testing rolled out to high-risk workplaces.
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Vaccines delivered to a third of Scotland’s eligible population
One and a half million people have had their first dose.
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Blood plasma supply changes
Safe use of plasma for life-saving treatment.
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Next stage for vaccine programme
Priority group 6 receive appointments.
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Residential rehabilitation provision
Survey sets out current capacity in Scotland.
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Support for dental students
Bursary available for those who need to repeat a year.
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One million people vaccinated
Milestone reached as programme continues to pick up pace.
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Vaccine programme exceeds expectations
786,427 people have received first dose.
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Community testing to begin in Fife
Next asymptomatic test site to open from Wednesday.
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Organ and tissue donation law change
Raising awareness of opt out system.
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Vaccine programme moves to next stage
Mass vaccination centres to open in Edinburgh and Aberdeen.
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Enhanced support for people in emotional distress
Local services continue to expand.
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Mental health support for health and social care staff
Frontline workers to get specialist help.
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Scottish Health Survey – telephone survey – August/September 2020: technical report
Presents information on the methodology and fieldwork from the Scottish Health Survey – telephone survey- August September 2020.
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Scottish Health Survey – telephone survey – August/September 2020: main report
Presents results for the Scottish Health Survey – telephone survey- August to September 2020, providing information on the health and factors relating to health of people living in Scotland.
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Long-term monitoring of health inequalities: January 2021 report
Annual update of the long-term monitoring of health inequalities headline indicators.
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Vaccination programme update
Appointments scheduled for next groups on the priority list.
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Independent hospitals to support elective care
Additional capacity to ensure urgent treatment continues.
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Expanding community testing for Covid-19
£3million invested to help suppress transmission.
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Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine national roll-out
Doses to be administered at over 1,000 GP practices and community centres.
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Vaccines reach 113,459 people
Roll-out continues across Scotland.
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Fire station testing trial
Trial underway to increase test access in remote and rural areas.
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Roll-out of Astrazeneca vaccine gets underway
GPs in Dundee start administering first doses to over-80s.
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Approval for new COVID-19 vaccine
Green light for Oxford AstraZeneca.
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Public urged not to delay test if symptomatic
Testing centres open as normal over the holiday period.
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Community testing to be introduced from January
Targeted approach planned for high prevalence areas.
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Strengthening support for people with dementia and their carers
New dementia recovery plan published.
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New app to support Covid vaccine rollout
Vaccinators can use the tool in any healthcare setting.
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Blood donor criteria updated
Fairer risk assessment to be implemented.
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Care home vaccinations to start this week
Older residents set to receive Covid vaccine first
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Opening of specialist eye facility
First of Scotland's National Elective Centres.
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Investment for cancer services.
New Action Plan for the recovery and redesign of cancer care.
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Resilience in the face of Brexit
Plans to protect patients and ensure flow of critical supplies.
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First COVID-19 vaccinations in Scotland take place.
Programme underway as vaccinators receive their injections.
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Staff ready to administer COVID-19 vaccine
First Minister visits vaccination centre.
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COVID-19 vaccination programme to start next week
Regulators have authorised the first vaccine for use in the UK.
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Eliminating HIV transmission by 2030
Plan announced to mark World Aids Day.
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Second phase of flu vaccine
Adults over 60 invited for vaccine.
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COVID-19 vaccines update
Health and social care workers, older care home residents and the over 80s first to be vaccinated.
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Protecting patients with the greatest need
New framework to help Health Boards prioritise Elective Care.
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Preventing obesity in early years
Projects receive funding to promote healthy eating.
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Better outcomes for stroke patients
Patients receiving thrombectomy procedures this year.
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Face covering exemption cards launched
Supporting everyone to feel safer.
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Preparing the NHS for winter during a pandemic
Additional £37 million to support health and care services.
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Clinical and scientific review of testing
Testing capacity on track to reach 65,000.
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Bowel Screening Programme to resume
Home testing kits to be posted.
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Healthcare innovation
New technology to help NHS Boards meet demand.
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Support for self-isolating students
Minister says physical and mental wellbeing the priority
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Protect Scotland app launches
Additional protection against coronavirus.
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Community optometrists to support eye care services
Help for those with sight-threatening conditions.
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Coronavirus recovery and renewal
Programme for Government 2020-21.
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Timeline set out for lifting temporary restrictions in Aberdeen
Hospitality to reopen on Wednesday 26 August subject to compliance checks.
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Plan to remobilise and re-design cancer care
Experience of patients at core of new recovery plan.
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COVID-19 rehabilitation and recovery
Support for services helping those affected.
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More people to get free flu jab
Vaccine programme expanded to protect those most at risk during COVID-19 pandemic.
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Treating cystic fibrosis
Additional therapy available to NHS.
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National Mesh Removal Service
Surgery for women experiencing complications.
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Endoscopy services to be restored
Funding to reduce backlog.
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Breast Cancer Screening to resume
Patients will receive letters to reschedule appointments.
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NHS Louisa Jordan to help health service recovery
Hospital will support planned non-COVID healthcare and staff training.
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Resuming cervical screening
Patients whose appointments were cancelled can now contact GP practice.
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COVID-19 antibody testing
Advice to health boards.
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Restarting more health services
Careful resumption of paused services.
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Action against inequality
Understanding impact of COVID-19 on ethnic minorities.
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Updated advice for people shielding
Outdoor exercise can be taken from later this month.
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£300,000 for young carers
Carers Week launched with additional support.
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Smoking ban proposals
Full analysis of consultation on smoking outside hospitals.
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Re-mobilise, Recover, Re-design: the framework for NHS Scotland
Sets out how health boards will safely and incrementally prioritise the resumption of some paused services, while maintaining COVID-19 capacity and resilience.
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Expansion of COVID-19 testing
Everyone over the age of five with symptoms eligible to be tested.
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Rapid coronavirus research
More than 50 Scottish studies to tackle virus and its impact.
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Extending PPE access to all social care providers
Supplies to be given to unpaid and family carers and personal assistants.
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Securing vital COVID-19 supplies for Scotland
Offers of help from more than 1,600 businesses and individuals.
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Urgent medical help still available
New campaign urges people to contact a doctor.
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Social distancing regulations strengthened
Temporary regulations confirmed and extended to protect workers.
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Delivery of critical NHS supplies
Flight brings vital equipment from China to Scotland.
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Public urged to stay at home
Reminder to follow coronavirus guidance over Easter weekend.
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Deliveries for high risk groups
Local services to supply groceries and medicines to those most at risk.
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Anaesthetic machines boost ventilator capacity
More than 200 machines adapted to aid coronavirus response.
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Health screening programmes paused
NHS resources dedicated to tackling COVID-19.
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Free hospital TV for patients
Charges covered for three months.
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Funding for digital mental health services
Additional £3.8 million to expand support.
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New expert group to study spread of COVID-19
Scottish panel of scientists established to provide extra analysis.
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New NHS 24 arrangements for coronavirus
Patients with concerns about symptoms advised to dial 111 if they need help.
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Social care at heart of response to coronavirus (COVID-19)
Scottish Government to meet increased costs.
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Pubs, cafes and more told to close
Closure to apply immediately.
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Smear test to screen for HPV
Improved test to prevent cervical cancer.
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COVID-19 helpline for Scottish businesses
Action to support the economy.
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COVID-19: First case of community transmission in Scotland
The number of positive cases in Scotland is 36, including one case transmitted in the community.
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Review of eating disorder services
Recommendations expected in Spring 2021.
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Coronavirus preparation praised
CMO thanks NHS staff.
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Novel coronavirus testing
Two Scottish facilities established.
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Support for mental health services at NHS Tayside
Range of actions implemented ahead of independent inquiry report.
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Long-term monitoring of health inequalities: January 2020 report
Annual update of the long-term monitoring of health inequalities headline indicators.
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Health and wellbeing as fundamental as GDP
Wellbeing focus needed to deal with challenges of our time.
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More people giving CPR
Report highlights strategy’s progress.
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Supporting over half a million families
NHS Scotland births over the past decade.
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Sustainable health and social care services
UK’s first integrated workforce plan published.
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Public Inquiry Chair announced
Lord Brodie to lead public inquiry into issues at QEUH and RHCYP.
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Update on NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Additional support for health board.
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Changes to protect NHS staff
Action on pensions to maintain services.
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NHS Scotland winter funding
Targeting seasonal pressures.
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Update on Royal Hospital for Children and Young People
Work to ensure compliance across site.
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Consultation on sales ban of energy drinks to children
Views sought on age restriction to reduce health risks.
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Diet and Healthy Weight statistics published
An Official Statistics publication for Scotland.
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Ending the sale of energy drinks to children and young people: consultation
We are seeking views on whether there is a need to take mandatory action to ban the sale of energy drinks to children and young people.
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Funding for improvements to GP practices
£9.34 million to upgrade premises and IT systems.
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Update on flu programme
Efforts to minimise any delays to children’s flu vaccination.
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Human trafficking guidance for health workers
Advice to help NHS staff spot crucial signs.
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Fewer deaths in winter 2018-19
A National Statistics publication for Scotland.
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Impact of infection outbreaks on families
Health Secretary appoints dedicated point of contact.
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Sporting equality
Levelling the playing field for women and girls.
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More posts for trainee doctors
Funding for Foundation Training.
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Scottish Health Survey 2018 published
Scotland’s Chief Statistician today released The Scottish Health Survey 2018, providing information on the health, and factors relating to health, of adults and children in Scotland.
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Support for survivors of abuse
New £10 million fund.
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Investment to improve cancer care
Support for cancer diagnostic services.
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Public inquiry into hospital sites
Investigation into issues at RHCYP and QEUH.
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First drug deaths meeting takes place in Edinburgh
People with lived experience will help shape services.
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Improvements in child dental health
Reduction in fillings and teeth extraction.
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Support for Royal Hospital for Children and Young People
Health Secretary appoints Senior Programme Director.
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Health Secretary welcomes cystic fibrosis drug pricing agreement
Scottish Government discussions secure medicines for NHS Scotland.
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School Healthy Living Survey
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Stay active, stay healthy
New lifestyle guidance for over-65s.
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Tayside Breast Cancer Independent Advisory Group: final report
The report on how best to implement changes to breast cancer management in NHS Tayside.
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£18 million funding for cancer support workers
New partnership to help cancer patients.
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Public Health Scotland: analysis of consultation responses
An analysis of the responses to the consultation for Public Health Scotland (PHS).
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New healthy food support launches
Payment card replaces paper vouchers.
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More men taking part in bowel screening programme
First annual statistics show success of new home test.
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Eliminating hepatitis C
Effective elimination of hepatitis C by 2024.
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Action on Royal Hospital for Children and Young People
Further steps taken to ensure patient safety.
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Additional funding for diet and healthy weight services
Work continues to cut childhood obesity.
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Replacement of Monklands Hospital
Independent review report published.
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Alcohol sales fall to 25 year low
Signs of impact of minimum unit pricing on alcohol sales.
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Making school food healthier
More fruit and vegetables, less processed red meat and sugar on the menu.
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Home blood pressure monitoring
Investment in new technology.
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Suicide prevention training launched
Football clubs to receive training for players and staff.
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Hospital ban on sale of high-energy drinks to under-16s
Shops on NHS sites take lead in promoting healthy diet.
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Safe NHS staffing law passed
Health And Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Bill passes Stage 3.
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Cancer care in Scotland rated highly
Results of second national patient survey.
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Scottish Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2018
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Further £70 million to improve waiting times
Next phase of Waiting Times Plan outlined.
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Personalising Realistic Medicine
Chief Medical Officer’s annual report.
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Raising awareness of sepsis
New campaign focuses on spotting the early signs.
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Fall in post-surgical deaths
Study shows 36% decrease since 2008.
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Holiday meals for children
Funding for food during school holidays.
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Expansion of free personal care
Free personal care to be extended to people of all ages who are assessed as requiring it.
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Increasing support for those with autism
Improving awareness and diagnosis.
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Maternity Care Survey 2018
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Positive feedback for maternity services
Maternity Care Survey 2018 publishes.
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Plan for quicker cancer diagnosis
Steps to shorten waiting times for patients.
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Support for rural hospitals
Retired clinicians supporting local services.
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Growing up in Scotland: overweight and obesity at age 10
The report uses data from the Growing Up in Scotland study to investigate trajectories of overweight and obesity during the primary school years and identify key risk factors.
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Improving Scotland’s diet
Consultation launched on restricting junk food promotions.
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More Scots confident about giving CPR
'500 Miles' film success.
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A healthier future: Scotland's diet and healthy weight delivery plan
Sets out how we will work with partners in the public and private sector to help people make healthier choices about food.
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Tackling childhood obesity
FM meets Jamie Oliver to outline ambition to halve child obesity rate.
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Better eating, better learning: a new context for school food
Refreshed guidance to support schools and all stakeholders to work in partnership to make improvements in school food and food education.
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