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December 5, 2023 5:21 AM
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How much does obesity cost the NHS? Scottish Government is failing on health

How much does obesity cost the NHS? Scottish Government is failing on health | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
We have yet to hear any replacement plan for Nicola Sturgeon's proposals on tackling obesity, which leaves the nation somewhat adrift.
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October 11, 2023 5:00 AM
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Scottish NHS Approves Weight Loss Drug to Help Fight Obesity

Scottish NHS Approves Weight Loss Drug to Help Fight Obesity | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it

The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has given its approval for the use of the weight loss drug semaglutide by NHS Scotland.
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July 19, 2023 3:34 AM
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Physical Activity for Health—Every Minute Counts | Lifestyle Behaviors | JAMA | JAMA Network

Physical Activity for Health—Every Minute Counts
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May 30, 2023 5:41 AM
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Mental health crisis: Ethnic minority children are more likely to internalise their problems from age of just three – Dr Gwenetta Curry

Mental health crisis: Ethnic minority children are more likely to internalise their problems from age of just three – Dr Gwenetta Curry | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and I wanted to take the time to highlight the continued need to address the gaps in services across the UK, with a particular focus on children.
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April 17, 2023 11:15 AM
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Scottish Professional Football League refuses to ban gambling sponsors on football shirts

Scottish Professional Football League refuses to ban gambling sponsors on football shirts | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) will not follow the English Premier League ban on gambling sponsors on football shirts.
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March 10, 2023 4:47 AM
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Bank of Scotland introduces personalised gambling spend limits

Bank of Scotland introduces personalised gambling spend limits | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Bank of Scotland is the latest UK lender to offer customers the ability to set a limit on how much they can spend each month on gambling using their debit card.
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March 7, 2023 5:43 AM
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Thousands of Bank of Scotland customers set for new debit card shake-up

Thousands of Bank of Scotland customers set for new debit card shake-up | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
THOUSANDS of customers at Bank of Scotland are set for a game-changing new shake-up when using a debit card. 
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February 20, 2023 6:26 AM
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Ad spend does not equate to increased drinking


The Scottish Government say the aim of the proposed ban on alcohol advertising in Scotland is to decrease alcohol consumption in young people… however alcohol consumption in Scotland is already decreasing, particularly among young people.
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February 6, 2023 6:17 AM
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Drinks industry 'in crisis mode' over DRS implementation and alcohol promotion ban plan - Business Insider

Drinks industry 'in crisis mode' over DRS implementation and alcohol promotion ban plan - Business Insider | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
The confluence of three legislative threats to Scotland's drinks industry has raised alarm from various stakeholders, from producers to retailers, hospitality venues and distributors.
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January 11, 2023 5:00 AM
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How is Scotland Performing? – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe

How is Scotland Performing? – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Scotland has a National Performance Framework (NPF), and you can find out more about it in this key issues briefing from SPICe.

It includes 11 outcomes , and the performance of those outcomes is measured by a total of 81 National Indicators. This blog provides a snapshot of the current performance of the National Indicators, and we plan to update it on the first Monday of the month.
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December 16, 2022 10:39 AM
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Patterns of gambling harm: Scottish Health Survey 2021 – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe

Patterns of gambling harm: Scottish Health Survey 2021 – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
This blog summarises the latest data on gambling harms from the Scottish Health Survey 2021. It also highlights some limitations of this data for understanding gambling harms in Scotland.

For more information on this topic, SPICe has recently published a briefing and accompanying blog on gambling harms and public health.
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December 14, 2022 11:30 AM
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Glasgow self-harm support service for over 16s launched by charity - Glasgow Live

The service provides one-to-one support which can be in person, by phone, video or text. The new service comes as the charity continues to tackle growing rates of self-harm in the city.
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December 14, 2022 11:29 AM
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Gambling harms: a public health challenge for Scotland – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe

Gambling harms: a public health challenge for Scotland – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
This blog examines gambling harms in Scotland. It highlights existing Scottish and UK legislation and policy on gambling. It also presents potential public health approaches to reduce gambling harms, as well as some emerging issues.
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October 24, 2023 7:12 AM
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Caithness, Sutherland and Ross MSP and Scottish Government sports minister Maree Todd hails Caithness Rugby Club for work to increase women's participation

Caithness, Sutherland and Ross MSP and Scottish Government sports minister Maree Todd hails Caithness Rugby Club for work to increase women's participation | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Maree Todd MSP has praised Caithness Rugby Club for its efforts in promoting women’s participation and inclusivity in the sport, following her recent visit to the clubhouse in Thurso.
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September 18, 2023 7:28 AM
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Binge-drinking culture at Freshers Week is changing

Binge-drinking culture at Freshers Week is changing | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
LAST week marked the beginning of university life for many young people across Scotland, as Freshers' Week took place.
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July 4, 2023 9:13 AM
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How is Scotland Performing? – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe

How is Scotland Performing? – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Scotland has a National Performance Framework (NPF), and you can find out more about it in this key issues briefing from SPICe.
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May 15, 2023 5:42 AM
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childhood obesity on the rise in scotland

childhood obesity on the rise in scotland | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
We're hearing Scotland's heading "in completely the wrong direction" when it comes to tackling childhood obesity.
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March 22, 2023 5:15 AM
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Health and environment: the disputed ban of disposable vapes

Health and environment: the disputed ban of disposable vapes | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
The Glasgow Guardian outlines a range of student opinions regarding the Scottish Government’s proposed ban on disposable vapes.
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March 8, 2023 4:23 AM
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Charity says poorer households spend nearly 30% of their income on tobacco | News

Charity says poorer households spend nearly 30% of their income on tobacco | News | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
A charity has said that poorer smoking households spend almost 30% of their income on tobacco - prompting calls to increase support to stop smoking in deprived areas.
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February 28, 2023 8:14 AM
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Call for more support after drop in number of people trying to quit smoking

Call for more support after drop in number of people trying to quit smoking | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it

THE number of people trying to give up smoking in Scotland has fallen, prompting demands to improve support for those wanting to stub out cigarettes for good.
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February 13, 2023 6:48 AM
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How is Scotland Performing? – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe

How is Scotland Performing? – SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it

Scotland has a National Performance Framework (NPF), and you can find out more about it in this key issues briefing from SPICe.
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January 26, 2023 7:31 AM
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How exercise and healthy lifestyle could be 'miracle cure' to relieve Scotland's NHS

How exercise and healthy lifestyle could be 'miracle cure' to relieve Scotland's NHS | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
Treating Scotland's unhealthy lifestyle with regular exercise and a better diet will ease pressure on health service says expert.

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January 9, 2023 5:53 AM
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Report shows highest figures for carers are in Inverclyde

Report shows highest figures for carers are in Inverclyde | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
INVERCLYDE has one of the highest numbers of carers in Scotland with one in five people looking after someone.
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December 15, 2022 10:31 AM
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Scottish Parliament report recommends restrictions on gambling ads

Scottish Parliament report recommends restrictions on gambling ads | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
The Scottish Parliament Information Centre has called for a public health approach to gambling.

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December 14, 2022 11:29 AM
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Gambling harm: Scottish report recommends reducing advertising

Gambling harm: Scottish report recommends reducing advertising | In the news: data in the UK Data Service collection across the web | Scoop.it
The Scottish Parliament Information Centre (Spice) has published a report outlining what a public health approach to gambling would look like in Scotland, calling on authorities to restrict gambling advertising and implement gambling harm education in schools.
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