@VHSComms

The national network for Scotland's voluntary health organisations. Working for a healthier, fairer Scotland served by a thriving voluntary health sector.

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vhscotland.org.uk
Joined May 2012
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This VHS X account is no longer actively sharing content or being monitored. To join the conversation about health creation, you can still find us on LinkedIn. bit.ly/4519BO5

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Voluntary Health Scotland | 1,619 followers on LinkedIn. A movement for health creation, working to reduce health inequalities to enable the people of Scotland to live well. | As the national...

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Today we're saying goodbye to X, but not to the people we've connected with here. You'll still find us sharing information, stories and updates on LinkedIn. We hope to see you there! bit.ly/4519BO5
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Two weeks to go until we stop posting on X, but this is not the end of the conversation! We're continuing to share health related updates, insights and stories from across Scotland on LinkedIn. Join us today! bit.ly/4519BO5
The words 'We are moving on from X...' on a white background beside an illustration of a cardboard box with a 'sticker' showing the VHS logo. Below this is a dark purple banner, with the Linkedin logo in white, the words 'Join us on LinkedIn' in white, and a white QR code taking you to our LinkedIn page (http://bit.ly/4519BO5)

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Following a review of our social media presence, we have decided to move away from X. From the 31st August we will no longer post here, but this doesn’t have to be goodbye! Join us on LinkedIn for more content related to health creation in Scotland. bit.ly/4519BO5
The words 'We are moving on from X...' on a white background beside an illustration of a cardboard box with a 'sticker' showing the VHS logo. Below this is a dark purple banner, with the Linkedin logo in white, the words 'Join us on LinkedIn' in white, and a white QR code taking you to our LinkedIn page (http://bit.ly/4519BO5)

ALT The words 'We are moving on from X...' on a white background beside an illustration of a cardboard box with a 'sticker' showing the VHS logo. Below this is a dark purple banner, with the Linkedin logo in white, the words 'Join us on LinkedIn' in white, and a white QR code taking you to our LinkedIn page (http://bit.ly/4519BO5)

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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
Third Force News@ThirdForceNews
Jul 12
In this month’s TFN magazine Sarah Latto of Voluntary Health Scotland on their new (IN)VISIBLE report, which provides a timely exploration into the impact of sex and gender on the health experiences of Scotland’s people You can read it here: okt.to/xEWQdI @VHSComms
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This Volunteers’ Week we’re celebrating the wellbeing benefits of volunteering. In 2025, VHS Member Volunteer Scotland published research showing that the wellbeing benefits of weekly volunteering have a monetary value of about £1000 per person, per year! bit.ly/4dWF7Rc
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Today we published our response to the Scottish Government consultation on the implementation of the right to breaks for unpaid carers. Read more here: bit.ly/4doWICq
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
Third Force News@ThirdForceNews
May 19
New research from Voluntary Health Scotland (VHS) reveals that gender inequalities in Scotland’s health system are leaving many people feeling "invisible", with one research participant describing this as "institutional gaslighting" tfn.scot/news/invisible-in-t…

“Invisible” in the health system: new report exposes gender inequalities in Scotland - TFN

Voluntary Health Scotland published the report on Tuesday

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Our (IN)VISIBLE report is now LIVE! The report analyses evidence from 50+ VHS members and wider stakeholders, as well as national and academic sources, to identify key themes on the relationship between sex, gender and health. Read now: vhscotland.org.uk/vhs-invisi…
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Our (IN)VISIBLE Report exploring the relationship between sex, gender, and health is launching this afternoon at 2pm! 👀 Keep an eye on our website and social channels for more information.
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Earlier this week we sent an Open Letter to all MSPs urging them to prioritise health creation, health equity, and the right to health. So far, 5 MSPs have responded from a range of political parties. vhscotland.org.uk/movement-f…
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Today we sent an open letter, signed by 79 VHS members, to all new and returning MSPs elected last week. The letter calls on MSPs to prioritise health creation and take action to address health inequalities. Read more here: vhscotland.org.uk/movement-f…
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
Third Force News@ThirdForceNews
May 10
TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector This month @VHSComms chair Christine Carlin meets veteran #Home-Start volunteer Angela Gowdy BEM who has devoted decades to improving the lives of babies and children Available to read and enjoy here: okt.to/5cCeAy
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Congratulations to Scotland's new and returning MSPs! We look forward to engaging proactively in the weeks, months, and years to come. The future health of Scotland’s people is in our hands. Read more in our Manifesto for Health Creation: bit.ly/4wgSaW1
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Election day is here, and it is your LAST CHANCE to sign our Movement for Health Creation Open Letter if you are a VHS member! Together our voices are stronger, sign up by 5pm today. vhscotland.org.uk/sign-our-o…
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Voluntary Health Scotland retweeted
Third Force News@ThirdForceNews
Apr 28
TFN is @scvotweet's magazine for the #VoluntarySector This month @VHSComms chair Christine Carlin meets veteran #Home-Start volunteer Angela Gowdy BEM who has devoted decades to improving the lives of babies and children Available to read and enjoy here: okt.to/mg5rMt
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In our latest blog, Policy and Public Affairs Lead, Sarah Latto, reflects on how the manifestos of Scotland’s six main political parties stack up against the VHS Manifesto for Health Creation. bit.ly/4cHz9mC
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Check out our exciting upcoming events: ⚧️(IN)VISIBLE Gender and Health research launch - May 19th 1-2. 📊Accessing 2022 Scottish Census Data with @NatRecordsScot - May 26th 10-11.30. 📢Anti-Racism Guidance workshop with CEMVO - June 9th, 1-3.30. vhscotland.org.uk/events/
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Yesterday we submitted our response to the @scotgov call for views on the National Performance Framework. We recommend an outcome focused on rights and equity, and wider consultation when developing the National Indicators. Read our full response here: bit.ly/4tvVcUi
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The Scottish Parliament election is just 5 weeks away and yesterday we hosted a joint hustings event with @ALLIANCEScot featuring reps from all six of the main political parties. Find out what they said about health, prevention and the third sector: bit.ly/47yZZvC
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