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@scotgovhealth

Official channel for Scottish Government news on Health and Social Care.

Scotland gov.scot/health-and-soc… Joined May 2011

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Scot Gov Health @scotgovhealth Mar 26

We are now in the pre-election period. Our social media activity is restricted until after the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 7 May 2026.

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Scot Gov Health @scotgovhealth Mar 25

Sport Minister Maree Todd has encouraged communities and sports clubs interested in hosting a visit for the King's Baton Relay ahead of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games to express their interest before the end of March 2026.

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Scot Gov Health @scotgovhealth Mar 25

We are providing £118,873 to Alzheimer Scotland to support the employment of two childhood dementia development officers.

Scotland is the first country in the United Kingdom to fund this kind of dedicated support.

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"Scotland has taken an important step forward in recognising childhood dementia by funding specialist support for families affected by it."

Scot Gov Health @scotgovhealth Mar 25

Social Care Minister @ThomasCArthur visited Partners in Advocacy to meet advocates, unveiling a Charter of Rights for people accessing social care, social work and community health and a code of practice for care home providers enshrining residents' rights to contact with family.

Scot Gov Health @scotgovhealth Mar 25

Social Care Minister @ThomasCArthur has announced a £500,000 Independent Advocacy Social Care Fund and said independent advocates will help people navigate the system and deal with issues early and effectively before they escalate.

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