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Health and medical law Law Society of Scotland

(2 days ago) WEBThe Scottish Government has launched a consultation on proposals for a new national public health body in Scotland, to be known as ‘Public Health Scotland’. View the …

https://www.lawscot.org.uk/research-and-policy/influencing-the-law-and-policy/our-responses-to-consultations/health-and-medical-law/

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Overview of the right to health - NHS Health Scotland

(3 days ago) WEBOverview of the right to health. The right to health is a fundamental human right. It means the right of everyone to the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health. …

https://www.healthscotland.scot/health-inequalities/the-right-to-health/overview-of-the-right-to-health

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A huge step forward for the right to health in Scotland

(6 days ago) WEBPublic Health Scotland (PHS), and NHS Health Scotland before that, has been represented on this group since its inception, alongside partners across the public …

https://publichealthscotland.scot/news/2021/march/a-huge-step-forward-for-the-right-to-health-in-scotland/

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Scottish Mental Health Law Review - Our Response

(5 days ago) WEBScottish Mental Health Law Review: Our Response 4 Introduction The Scottish Mental Health Law Review (SMHLR) was commissioned in 2019. It was tasked with …

https://www.gov.scot/binaries/content/documents/govscot/publications/strategy-plan/2023/06/scottish-mental-health-law-review-response/documents/scottish-mental-health-law-review-response/scottish-mental-health-law-review-response/govscot%3Adocument/scottish-mental-health-law-review-response.pdf

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Our context - public health in Scotland

(9 days ago) WEBThe Faculty of Public Health defines public health as ‘the science and art of promoting and protecting health and well-being, preventing ill-health and prolonging life through …

https://www.healthscotland.scot/our-organisation/our-context-public-health-in-scotland/public-health-overview

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Delivering for a Scotland where everybody thrives in 2020 …

(7 days ago) WEBCOVID-19 disrupted much of our economy, society and life in 2020 and 2021. Public Health Scotland worked closely with the Electoral Management Board for Scotland, …

https://publichealthscotland.scot/our-organisation/delivering-for-a-scotland-where-everybody-thrives-in-2020-to-2021/

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Scottish Mental Health Law Review consultation

(9 days ago) WEBThe aim of this public consultation is to seek views on the Review’s proposals for changes to mental health and incapacity legislation before a final report is …

https://consult.gov.scot/mental-health-law-secretariat/scottish-mental-health-law-review/

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Public Health Scotland

(4 days ago) WEBA Scotland where everybody thrives. Our strategic plan reaffirms our purpose as Scotland’s national public health body; continuing to work to prevent disease, prolong …

https://publichealthscotland.scot/

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Tackling the inverse care law in Scottish general practice

(7 days ago) WEBThe ‘inverse care law’ describes how people who most need health care are least likely to receive it. Research shows it applies to general practice in both Scotland and England. …

https://www.health.org.uk/publications/tackling-the-inverse-care-law-in-scottish-general-practice

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) recovery - public health, public services …

(5 days ago) WEBThose who supported permanence or extension commonly explained this was due to the practical value of the early release provision. Its role in managing the …

https://www.gov.scot/publications/covid-recovery-consultation-public-health-public-services-justice-system-reforms-analysis-consultation-responses/pages/5/

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Anne's Law and the Health and Social Care Standards …

(2 days ago) WEBMost people thought Anne's Law should happen in other places. Some people suggested it could happen in places like: hospitals; supported housing ; and …

https://www.gov.scot/publications/annes-law-health-social-care-standards-consultations-tell-easy-read/

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Scottish Public Health Conference - Inspiring Change

(3 days ago) WEBThe Conference theme of ‘ Inspiring Change ’ reflects the leadership role of public health professionals in tackling the big health challenges we face today, with climate change, …

https://scotphconf.org/

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Law Society survey shows mental health issues widespread in …

(3 days ago) WEBReading time: 2 minutes. New research suggests that nearly two out of three Scottish legal professionals have experienced mental health issues in the past five …

https://www.scottishlegal.com/articles/survey-shows-mental-health-issues-widespread-in-legal-profession

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A public health approach to gambling harms Scottish Parliament

(8 days ago) WEBThis briefing outlines a public health approach to gambling harms. It presents evidence on gambling harms and who they effect. It contains information on …

https://digitalpublications.parliament.scot/ResearchBriefings/Report/2022/12/12/bd948f62-f371-4af1-b54a-f1b2044a7eb4-1

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Law Society calls for stronger public protection measures in legal

(9 days ago) WEBNew laws on regulating the Scottish legal sector can be strengthened further to better protect the public, the Law Society of Scotland has said. A majority of …

https://www.scottishlegal.com/articles/legal-regulation-bill-passes-first-hurdle-but-chance-to-make-public-protection-even-stronger-remains

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Mental Health and Disability Sub-Committee - Law Society of …

(6 days ago) WEBAims & functions of the committee. Our Mental Health and Disability Sub-Committee is made up of solicitor and non-solicitor members with experience across mental health, …

https://www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/who-we-are/ourcommittees/policy-committees/public-policy-committee/mental-health-and-disability-sub-committee/

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About the Public Health Law Program Public Health Law CDC

(5 days ago) WEBLaw is a tool for protecting and promoting the health of the public. Law has been critical in attaining public health goals, serving as a foundation for governmental …

https://www.cdc.gov/phlp/php/about/index.html

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We need to talk about mental health in the Scottish legal sector

(3 days ago) WEBIn the Law Society of Scotland’s Profile of the Profession 2023 survey, nearly two thirds of respondents reported a mental health issue in the past five years. …

https://www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-events/blogs-opinions/we-need-to-talk-about-mental-health-in-the-scottish-legal-sector/

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Health protection - Our areas of work - Public Health Scotland

(Just Now) WEBOverview of health protection. How Public Health Scotland protects the Scottish population from infectious diseases, incidents and outbreaks, and environmental …

https://publichealthscotland.scot/our-areas-of-work/health-protection/

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About Adverse Childhood Experiences Adverse Childhood …

(1 days ago) WEBToxic stress, or extended or prolonged stress, from ACEs can negatively affect children’s brain development, immune systems, and stress-response systems. …

https://www.cdc.gov/aces/about/index.html

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WHO acknowledges contributions in tobacco control from public …

(1 days ago) WEBWashington D.C. 23 May 2024 (PAHO) – Public health and law professionals, a congresswoman, and civil society organizations from Argentina, Brazil, …

https://www.paho.org/en/news/23-5-2024-who-acknowledges-contributions-tobacco-control-public-health-leaders-and

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Contaminated Land Advisory Group - gov.scot - The Scottish …

(1 days ago) WEBOverview. The Contaminated Land Advisory Group (CLAG) was set up in February 2015 to provide a forum for dialogue and discussion between Scottish Ministers and …

https://www.gov.scot/groups/contaminated-land-advisory-group/

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General election latest: Conservatives attack Starmer's 'stamina' as …

(1 days ago) WEBFive days into the general election campaign, the battle for the right-wing vote is already playing out in full view. Bringing back a form of National Service is a policy …

https://news.sky.com/story/politics-latest-sunak-starmer-davey-tories-labour-lib-dems-general-election-12593360

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Public Policy Committee Law Society of Scotland

(3 days ago) WEBPublic Policy sub-committees. The Public Policy Committee has a number of sub-committees reporting to it which are listed below. These sub-committees cover a number …

https://www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/who-we-are/ourcommittees/policy-committees/public-policy-committee/

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DOJ watchdog finds major issues at a federal prison in Oregon : NPR

(5 days ago) WEBStaffing shortages, with corrections officers and medical personnel, are among the biggest obstacles facing the federal prison system, according to this report, and …

https://www.npr.org/2024/05/22/1252764293/sheridan-prison-staff-issues-doj-inspection

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