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Slow release opiod substitute gives Glasgow patients new lease of life
A slow release opioid substitute is helping opioid dependent patients get their lives back on track and has been described as ‘life-changing’ by those on the treatment.
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Praise for Glasgow’s World Leading Dementia Strategy
Glasgow's Dementia Strategy has been hailed as world leading in a prestigious global study.
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Glasgow Recovery Communities Step Up to the Mark during the Coronavirus Pandemic
Volunteers, who run recovery cafes and initiatives in Glasgow, have stepped up during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic to support themselves and other people to help maintain abstinence from drugs and alcohol.
Support for Enhanced Drug Treatment Service by Chief Medical Officer
Scotland's Chief Medical Officer Cath Calderwood and Chief Pharmaceutical Officer Rose Marie Parr visited Glasgow City HSCP’s new Enhanced Drug Treatment Centre on 28 January.
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Supporting Breastfeeding - Govanhill Baby Cafe's 5th Birthday
Over 1,200 new mothers have benefited from support from Glasgow Baby Cafės in the last five years, according to new figures from the National Childbirth Trust (NCT).
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New Glasgow City HSCP Campaign to Raise Awareness of Dementia
A range of activities have been taking place to support Glasgow City HSCP’s Dementia Strategy Group and increase awareness of dementia and how people and their carers can be supported.
Do you have a Power of Attorney?
Families are being encouraged to plan for the future by obtaining Power of Attorneys (POA) to protect the wishes of relatives and friends in the event of illness or accidents.
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Glasgow’s care services staff pledge to make a difference to people living with dementia and their carers
Success at Scottish Health Awards for Glasgow Recovery Communities
At this year’s Scottish Health Awards in November the Glasgow Recovery Communities Team won the Healthier Lifestyle Award.
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New Film Explores the Effects of Domestic Abuse on Children
An educational film for school children that addresses the impact of domestic abuse on children, was launched in June to teachers, pupils and the Minister for Early Years and Childcare, Maree Todd MSP.
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