Alison Johnstone MSP, Health spokesperson for the Scottish Greens, has expressed concern at a rise in NHS vacancies as figures show an increase in staff sickness and spending on agency workers. Continue reading Johnstone concern over NHS vacancies
Tag: Health and wellbeing
Happy Hearts run to inspire local lifestyle changes
Heart disease remains one of the biggest health issues in Scotland and more than 1,490 local heroes laced up to raise awareness of the disease – and money for local health projects – by completing the SUBWAY Helping Hearts™ Family 5K Fun Run at Holyrood Park on Sunday. Continue reading Happy Hearts run to inspire local lifestyle changes
More than £5 million for artwork at new Sick Kids
NHS Lothian has announced that over £5 million will be spent on artwork at the £150m development. Health chiefs say the plans will ‘transform the new hospital building into a vibrant and welcoming place.’ Continue reading More than £5 million for artwork at new Sick Kids
Redhall Summer Razzmatazz
Redhall Walled Garden are holding their annual community Open day, called Razzmatazz, on Saturday 8th July (12-5pm). Entry by Donation. Continue reading Redhall Summer Razzmatazz
The Power of Food Festival programme launched
The Power of Food Festival
17th & 18th June
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Report reveals ‘worrying’ levels of Islamophobia in city schools
Campaign group Scotland Against Criminalising Communities (SACC) has launched a new report on experiences of Islamophobia amongst Muslim students at schools in Edinburgh. The report reveals ‘worrying’ levels of both verbal and physical abuse. Continue reading Report reveals ‘worrying’ levels of Islamophobia in city schools
Child Poverty Bill crosses first hurdle
A Bill to tackle child poverty has been unanimously approved at its first stage by the Scottish Parliament. Continue reading Child Poverty Bill crosses first hurdle
Calls to Samaritans reach record high
Samaritans volunteers responded to more than 5.7 million calls for help in 2016, an increase of nearly 300,000 on the previous year. Releasing the figures to coincide with the start of Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June), the charity says there are a number of reasons for the record high, including making its confidential helpline free to callers. Continue reading Calls to Samaritans reach record high
Retrace your steps: Hidden Gem walks are back
Continuing the successful Hidden Gem walks around North Edinburgh Pilton Community Health Project are revisiting ten of our best walks discovering the surprises that North Edinburgh’s offers.
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