As Scottish Children’s Health Week (SCHW) draws to a close today, we’re reflecting on a week filled with creativity, connection, and care. From 1–7 September, children, families, schools, and communities across Scotland have come together to celebrate the health rights of children and young people under the theme #MyHealthMyRights and #BeMoreBear.
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#BeKind – Niamh: Inspiring Change Through Kindness
Every child and young person deserves to feel supported and heard, especially in healthcare. Niamh McGregor, a young volunteer, proud Health Rights Defender, and Winner of Children’s Health Scotland’s: Healthcare Rights Award, is using her kindness and lived experiences to help children and young people feel more confident, informed, and included in their healthcare journey. […]
Celebrating the Success of SMS Programmes
For children and young people living with a health condition, life can sometimes feel overwhelming and isolating. That’s why our Self-Management Service (SMS) Programmes are so important. Today, we are celebrating SMS programmes and the positive difference they continue to make in the lives of children and families. Since 2009, they have been helping children […]
Read our latest February e-news
We’ve just released our latest e-newsletter. This edition showcases our mascot Bear who has been on some fantastic adventures this month, gearing up for some amazing events happening this year. We have some truly special surprises in store for carers, so if you’re one of them and want to be the first in the know, […]
How to make a Valentines Breathing Stick!
This Valentines day, make your own breathing stick using a pipe cleaner and some colourful pony beads. Breathing sticks are a mindful tool that can help to slow down breathing, making us feel calm and grounded.
My Health, My Rights Parliamentary Reception
Thanks so much for inviting me! Young people like us don’t get a chance to be in Parliament often and have people listen to our words, so it’s been great seeing it. I’ve never been in the Parliament before. Lyall, 15
Alyson Walker unveiled as winner of the Lifetime Achievement, Scottish Children’s Health Award
The Lifetime Achievement Award isn’t open to public nominations; it’s presented to a health professional who, in the opinions of the judges of the Scottish Children’s Health Awards, has made outstanding contributions to the health and wellbeing of children and young people. Today we are delighted to unveil our Lifetime Achievement, Scottish Children’s Health Award […]
Georgie Hyslop unveiled as winner of the Young Achiever, Scottish Children’s Health Award
The Young Achiever award recognises a young person who has shown great determination and courage in life. Today we are delighted to unveil our Young Achiever, Scottish Children’s Health Award Winner as Georgie Hyslop, from Ardrossan, who is a beacon of resilience and compassion. Her story is captured below by journalist and TV Presenter Catriona […]
Jenny McNeill unveiled as winner of the Improving Life Experiences, Scottish Children’s Health Award
The Improving Life Experiences Award recognises the commitment and expertise of a person or team who’s made a significant difference to improving life experiences of a child or young person undergoing treatment. Today we are delighted to unveil our Improving Life Experiences, Scottish Children’s Health Award Winner as Jenny McNeill. Her story is captured below by […]
Heather Beattie unveiled as winner of the Health-Related Play, Scottish Children’s Health Award
Health-related play is more than just a chance to have fun; it’s a serious business when it comes to children’s health and wellbeing. It can help children physically, mentally, and emotionally and is an essential part of treatment that can help speed up recovery either in hospital or at home. This award recognises a special […]
