Children's Health Scotland

Promoting the healthcare rights and needs of children and young people

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Children’s Health Scotland is the only charity in Scotland dedicated to informing, promoting and campaigning on behalf of the needs of all sick children and young people within our healthcare system.

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We help families access the best possible healthcare by providing information and resources, support and advice to :

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Did you know that all Children and Young People are protected by the EACH ( European Association for Children in Hospital) Charter?

This sets out ten articles that describe how you can be expected to be treated in hospital, and what your rights are.

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