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Today marks International Women’s Day & Covid-19 Day of Reflection - an important moment to recognise both the lasting impact of the pandemic and the inequalities women continue to face. ❤️

Sol is bravely sharing her story to help us mark the day👉 https://ow.ly/55Wy50Yq3ql #IWD2026 #DayOfReflection

08.03.2026 08:00 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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We’re developing our refreshed Women’s Health Plan and want women’s voices at the heart of it.

📢 Please take a minute to complete our Women’s Health Survey. Your feedback will directly shape the support we deliver for women now and in the future.👉 https://forms.office.com/e/TztMA2vvQz

#IWD2026

06.03.2026 10:01 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Did you know women in Scotland continue to face significant health inequalities?

That needs to change.

We’re developing our refreshed Women’s Health Plan and we need your voice at the heart of it.

Please take a minute to complete our survey 👉 https://forms.office.com/e/TztMA2vvQz

#IWD2026

03.03.2026 22:00 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Too much salt can lead to high blood pressure and can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.

Our essential guide on Salt explains ways to reduce your salt intake. 👉 https://ow.ly/EL1x50YozYl #SaltAwarenessWeek

03.03.2026 16:02 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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It's conference season! 🗣️

Events like this are a valuable opportunity to raise awareness of our manifesto, shaped by the voices and experiences of the 1 in 5 people in Scotland living with our conditions.

Learn more about our Manifesto 👉 https://www.chss.org.uk/policy-and-campaigns/chss-manifesto/

02.03.2026 16:02 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Help grow our spring collection! 🌷🐝🍃

We are in need of quality women’s and men’s spring clothing – think lightweight knits, blouses, light weight jackets and spring colours. 👗👕

Find your nearest store and donate your pre-loved items 👉 chss.org.uk/yourstore

27.02.2026 11:41 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join our next online session for #HealthCareProfessionals in Scotland on Tuesday 3 March from 1pm-2pm.

This session will focus on Return to driving post-stroke with DriveAbility Scotland

Register 👉 chsseducation@chss.org.uk

#Stroke #Health #Care #Diabetes

23.02.2026 10:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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It's #HelplinesAwarenessDay2026 ☎️

No question or topic is too big or too small. Our Advice Line is here whenever you need us:

📞 Call free on 0808 801 0899
📱 Text ADVICE to 66777
✉️ Email adviceline@chss.org.uk

23.02.2026 09:01 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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🤔 Did you know high blood pressure is a major risk factor for a heart attack or stroke and often has no symptoms? That’s why regular blood pressure checks are essential.

🔉We now have our High Blood Pressure Essential Guide available as an audio file! 👉 https://ow.ly/hZN450YiJor

20.02.2026 14:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join our next online session for #HealthCareProfessionals in Scotland on Tuesday 3 March from 1pm-2pm.

This session will focus on Diabetes and Stroke with Elaine Butterly.

Register 👉 chsseducation@chss.org.uk

#Stroke #Health #Care #Diabetes

17.02.2026 10:00 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join our next online session for #HealthCareProfessionals in Scotland on Tuesday 17 February from 1pm-2pm.

The session will focus on LGBTQ+ Healthcare Needs with Chris Morrison.

Register 👉 chsseducation@chss.org.uk

#Stroke #Health #Care

15.02.2026 10:00 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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It's #HFWeek2026 ❤️ Check out our Essential Guide to learn more about heart failure, its causes, symptoms and how it can be treated and managed. 👉 https://ow.ly/Be7250YcHcN

13.02.2026 14:01 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Never underestimate the power of a cup of tea! ☕

Host your very own Tartan Tea Party and raise vital funds for the 1 in 5 people in Scotland living with chest, heart and stroke conditions and Long Covid. ✨

Sign up now and get your free Tartan Tea Party pack 👉chss.org.uk/tartan-tea-party

12.02.2026 14:02 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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The Kiltwalk is back - Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh - and we’d love you to join Clan CHSS. 🤝

✨ FREE promo codes are available to help you get signed up
✨ Every step = more support for people living with chest, heart, stroke & Long Covid conditions.

Sign up: https://www.thekiltwalk.co.uk/

10.02.2026 11:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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@chsscotland.bsky.social is recruiting a Physical Activity Specialist (Maternity Cover) £28,023 Edinburgh #charityjob

05.02.2026 13:19 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jeane Freeman.

During our time working with her as Cabinet Secretary for Health, her willingness to harness the strength of the third sector in health challenges relating to Covid-19 made a huge difference for people in Scotland.

09.02.2026 12:12 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join our next online session for #HealthCareProfessionals in Scotland on Tuesday 17 February from 1pm-2pm.

The session will focus on LGBTQ+ Healthcare Needs with Chris Morrison.

Register 👉 chsseducation@chss.org.uk

#Stroke #Health #Care

09.02.2026 10:00 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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This #TimeToTalk Day, if you’re feeling worried about your health, managing your condition, or looking for support to live well, our Advice Line team is here with support, information and a listening ear.

📞 Call freephone 0808 801 0899
📱 Text ADVICE to 66777
📧 Email adviceline@chss.org.uk

06.02.2026 10:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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If you've witnessed or performed CPR - even if it was years ago - we're here for you.

📞 Call freephone 0808 801 0899
📱 Text ADVICE to 66777
📧 Email adviceline@chss.org.uk

04.02.2026 08:01 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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New stroke stats show a slight improvement but the picture is still deeply worrying.
An ageing population means stroke numbers will rise. Without action now, our NHS will struggle to cope.
To read our full statement on Public Health Scotland’s Scottish Stroke Statistics: https://tinyurl.com/5e6ptets

03.02.2026 18:05 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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We’re here to support your #HeartHealth, every step of the way. ❤️

Looking after your heart health is vital. Throughout February, we’ll share advice, information and stories about the support we offer to help you look after your heart and improve your health.

Find out more 🔗 chss.org.uk/heart

01.02.2026 10:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Have you got what it takes to brave the Beast? 🙌

Join team CHSS for a muddy good time at the Banchory Beast Race on Saturday 12 September!

Sign up now 👉 https://ow.ly/gucM50Y5qqJ

30.01.2026 10:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Join our next online session for #HealthCareProfessionals in Scotland on Tuesday 3 February from 1pm-2pm.

The session will focus on Diabetes and stroke with Elaine Butterly

Register 👉 chsseducation@chss.org.uk

#Stroke #Health #Care #Diabetes

28.01.2026 18:01 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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If you’ve witnessed or performed CPR – even if it was years ago – we’re here for you. ❤️

Our free, confidential Advice Line is here to offer reassurance and support to help you process what you've been through.

📞 Call freephone 0808 801 0899
📱 Text ADVICE to 66777
📧 Email adviceline@chss.org.uk

27.01.2026 18:02 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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We’re looking for a Self-Management Facilitator in the Scottish Borders.

Salary: £24,798 Per Annum
Closing Date: Tuesday 10th February
Find out more and apply now 👉 https://ow.ly/3CQz50XXSHQ

27.01.2026 12:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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If you have witnessed or performed CPR – even if it was years ago – we're here for you.

Our free, confidential Advice Line is ready to listen, offer support and help you process what you’ve been through.

📞 Call freephone 0808 801 0899
📱 Text ADVICE to 66777
📧 Email adviceline@chss.org.uk

23.01.2026 11:01 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Everyone deserves clear, reliable and easy-to-understand health information. Our health information is:

📄 Available as PDFs, printed booklets, and online
🌍 Offered in a growing number of languages
✅ Certified with the PIF TICK

👉 https://ow.ly/UnN050XbNCK
#HealthInformationWeek

22.01.2026 09:49 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Text reads Look after your lungs with trusted information. Graphic of a person holding up the PIF TICK and a pair of lungs, along with the NHS logo and the PIF TICK. At the bottom text reads piftick.org.uk/resource-collection/severe-mental-illness with the Trusted Information Creator logo.

Text reads Look after your lungs with trusted information. Graphic of a person holding up the PIF TICK and a pair of lungs, along with the NHS logo and the PIF TICK. At the bottom text reads piftick.org.uk/resource-collection/severe-mental-illness with the Trusted Information Creator logo.

1/3 - We have a wide variety of resources in our new collections of trusted health information resources. There are videos, posters, tools, apps and websites.

Each collection has been curated in partnership with @england.nhs.uk and you can see them here: piftick.org.uk/collections/

21.01.2026 10:24 👍 3 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0
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Pop the kettle on and host your very own Tartan Tea Party for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland. 🎉

Make your cuppa count and help the 1 in 5 people in Scotland affected by chest, heart, stroke conditions or Long Covid. ☕🤝

Sign up and get your free Tartan Tea Party pack. 👉 https://ow.ly/vMKu50Y0vm0

21.01.2026 09:17 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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We welcome the Scottish Government’s Women’s Health Plan Phase 2.
It brings renewed focus on prevention and early intervention - especially in cardiovascular health, where women in Scotland continue to face major inequalities.
To read our full statement: https://ow.ly/yScp50Y0gnA

20.01.2026 18:01 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0