MSPs in the Scottish Parliament, who are not members of the Scottish Government (SNP) can get their Bills accepted and passed in a way that the UK Parliament in London finds almost impossible to do.
‘Wisdom, Justice, Compassion & Integrity’
Protecting the Most Vulnerable First: The Covid19 Vaccine
“NHS Boards will identify acceptable and accessible locations, both for mass vaccination and for local access.”
Getting the Flu Vaccine
This year the flu vaccine in Scotland will be available to a wider range of people. This is because of the significant concerns about the double impact of seasonal flu and covid.
Orkney & Shetland Record New Cases of #Covid19
Today, 19th of September 2020, 350 new cases of the virus Covid19 were reported in Scotland. Sadly there were also 3 deaths of people who had tested positive.
Protect Scotland: #Covid Tracing App
The App is free to download and is for people who live in or who are visiting Scotland.
Success of Nursing to Midwifery Course at UHI
Sixteen nurses have become the first cohort to graduate from an innovative midwifery pilot programme at the The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI).
NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Service
“Pharmacists, supported by their pharmacy teams, will be able to offer consultations for anyone with minor illnesses and provide the appropriate advice and support.”
Scotland’s National Health Service #OnThisDay
On 5th of July 1948 the National Health Service in Scotland was created.
Regular Testing Of Care Workers Must Be A Priority
Care homes again are where the majority of deaths are occurring at 52% of all Covid related deaths.
Researching How The Lockdown Measures Affect Those With Cancer and Rare Diseases
It is understood that caregivers and patients are experiencing a major impact of COVID-19 on their lives with health services forced to change in order to ensure the safety of patients.
