The Scottish Government has published Children’s Social Work Statistics Scotland: 2021 to 2022, including data on children on the child protection register, as well as children and young people looked after, in continuing care, eligible for aftercare, and in secure care accommodation.
children's health
Early Child Development in Scotland report shows increase in percentage of children with a developmental concern
Public Health Scotland has published a report containing data on children’s development in Scotland, based on information gathered by health visitors at routine health reviews of pre-school children aged around 1 year, 2.5 years and 4 years old. The report includes data on the percentage of children where there is a concern that at least […]
Fraser of Allander Institute publishes article on ACEs
The Fraser of Allander Institute has published an article detailing research on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and development.
Children with a learning disability in Scotland are more likely to die prematurely – often from treatable causes, a report has found
BBC correspondents Ian Hamilton & Georgina Hayes have reported that according to the Scottish Learning Disability Observatory (SLDO) children with a learning disability in Scotland are more likely to die prematurely – often from treatable causes. The finding is part of research study by the SLDO which has found that 34% of these deaths were […]
Cost-of-living crisis threatens to stunt children’s physical development, paediatricians warn
In an exclusive feature published by inews.co.uk, The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) has urged the Government to bring support packages in line with the rising prices of energy, food, and housing to tackle the concerns around children’s health.
Scotland’s winter vaccination programme gets underway
The Scottish Government has announced that letters for those eligible for the COVID-19 booster are being sent out week beginning 15 August. People aged 65 and over as well as frontline health and social care staff will be first in line for a winter booster to protect the most vulnerable. Appointments are being made early […]
Championing SMS:CONNECT on a National Level at The NHS Scotland Event 2022
We are thrilled to be able to get out and about once again and speak in person about our work and the services that we provide here at Children’s Health Scotland! So when we were chosen to present a spotlight session at The NHS Scotland Event 2022 in Aberdeen at P + J Live, we […]
Scotland Commissioner call for views launched
National Autistic Society Scotland, together with Scottish Autism are collecting the views of autistic people, families and professionals on a new independently appointed Commissioner to promote and protect the rights of autistic people.
5 Benefits of gardening for children – National Children’s Gardening Week
National Children’s Gardening Week starts this Saturday on 28th May! This event was created by Neil Grant, managing director of Ferndale Garden Centre, and works to support the wonderful Greenfingers charity. It’s all about celebrating the fun, learning and growth which a child can experience even in their own back garden or local green area. […]
The voices of people with disabilities is key to policy development
healthandcare.scot is reporting that the Scottish government is searching for a facilitator for the Disability Equality Strategy, just weeks after the Disabled Children and Young People (Transitions to Adulthood)(Scotland) Bill was re-introduced in parliament.
