Opinions

Avril reflects on how COVID-19 has changed the way in which Action for M.E. support people during these challenging times.

Paul shares advice on dental care and what to do in dental emergencies now surgeries are temporarily closed.

Nikki shares her experience of adapting to a new way of working.

Three member organisations share their hopes and learnings in a new podcast to mark the release of the latest Discover Digital report.

ALLIANCE Development Officer Grace reflects on self care and its importance as part of a wider self management routine.

John takes a look at COVID-19 through a trauma-informed and recovery focused lens.

Alongside the release of COPE Scotland and the ALLIANCE's affirmation jar video, Hilda Campbell reflects on the power of words.

Lara Murray, Co-Creating Libraries for Wellbeing Project Manager, reflects on the recently published Health on the Shelf report.

Libby reflects on the importance of self-leadership with the view that if your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete.

Jamie explores basic income as a cornerstone of a revamped social contract in Scotland after COVID-19.

Georgina discusses how COVID-19 pandemic has illustrated the importance of the principles of health and social care integration.

Councillor Annette Christie argues that it is time to take a public health approach to reducing gambling harms.

Bill McGowan, Founder of health and wellbeing social enterprise, Fun and Fit Bike, shares tips on looking after your wellbeing.

GP Graham Kramer discusses the role of a GP and practice team during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Flora Douglas highlights the growing food insecurity affecting people with long term conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Colin explains why making human rights real is vital in relation to COVID-19.

"The power of conversation and human connection is an immensely powerful thing".

Helen from Menopause Café reflects on the impact of COVID-19 on people experiencing menopause, and how Menopause Café are responding.

"Where have we been, where are we going, and how do we get there?" Mark offers a plea from on the ground.

Will argues for the importance of involving people with lived experience of gambling harm in action to reduce those harms.

Sara reflects on the ALLIANCE's role to demonstrate the important contribution our public libraries make to our population’s health.

Taiba reflects on how the COVID-19 outbreak makes light that access to affordable and healthy food is and always has been a human right.

Hope shares her experience as a young carer and her views on what needs to change to better support carers in education.

Irene considers the crucial role of the community pharmacy sector in supporting people during the Coronavirus outbreak.

As we are all asked to stay at home, we have put together a list of technologies that can help us manage our everyday lives.