Alison Johnstone MSP, Health & Children spokesperson for the Scottish Greens, has responded to figures showing four times as many children under 13 were prescribed antidepressants last year as just seven years ago. The figures, obtained by BBC Scotland, show that last year 252 children aged 12 and under were given antidepressants while in 2009/10 it was 57. Continue reading More children on antidepressants: Greens comment
Edinburgh South West MP Joanna Cherry has visited Penumbra Milestone, a service which provides support to people with a diagnosis of Alcohol Related Brain Damage (ARBD). Continue reading City MP visits Penumbra Milestone
Don’t be a couch potato – Try before you buy
Edinburgh Leisure is offering non-members the opportunity to try out their facilities with a free 7 Day Pass. The offer runs from Friday, 18 August and runs until 10 September 2017. Continue reading Try before you buy offer from Edinburgh Leisure
British Cycling and HSBC UK have revealed the route for the HSBC UK City Ride, taking place in Edinburgh on 3 September. Continue reading Edinburgh City Ride: experience your city on two wheels
New statistics released yesterday show that Scotland’s drug-related deaths continue to rise. Fatalities rose by 23% to 867 last year – a record level. The latest figures indicate that drug-related deaths continue to particularly affect an ageing group of drug users. Continue reading “A national tragedy”: Scottish drug deaths reach record high
With children going back to school after the summer holidays this morning, a poll by Action for Children Scotland has revealed that bullying is the top concern for Scottish parents. Children’s emotional health and wellbeing, the cost of school uniform and getting their children back into the school routine were also among parents’ main worries in the survey of 1000 families. Continue reading Bullying is main concern as children go back to school
All babies in Scotland due from today will be gifted a box full of essential items aimed at tackling inequality and promoting health. The boxes signal of the Scottish Government’s determination that every child, regardless of their circumstances should get the best start in life. Continue reading Starts today: baby boxes for all
Parents are being encouraged to consider safe sleeping practices by Scotland’s Chief Medical Officer and the Scottish Cot Death Trust. The advice comes as Scotland’s Baby Box scheme is rolled out nationally from tomorrow (Tuesday). Continue reading Safety advice issued on eve of Baby Box roll out
SHE Scotland showcase event at PYCP – Friday 25th August, 1 – 4pm
Health Minister Aileen Campbell visits Pilton Community Health Project
Public Health Minister Aileen Campbell visited Pilton Community Health Project today ahead of the Scottish Government’s consultation on the diet and obesity strategy. She joined a mum and dad’s cooking class which aims to get parents and children to cook together, increase their confidence and cooking skills and promote healthy eating on a budget. Continue reading Helping people make healthy choices
