Last week we visited Easdale PS near #Oban .

Pupils showed us their #UNCRC Rights Aware School project, complete with life-sized Orca made from recycled & reusable materials.

Good luck for your Gold award!

#ChildrensRights #GlobalCitizens #Article4 #article24

Public Health Minister @Jenni_Minto joined victims & Infected Blood Inquiry chair Sir Brian Langstaff at a Westminster reflections event & said the infected or bereaved should receive compensation as soon as possible. Their dignity, focus & strength is something we all should learn from.

Public Health Minister @Jenni_Minto has welcomed the Infected Blood Inquiry final report and will fully consider its recommendations with the help of a new oversight group chaired by the Scottish Government’s Director of Population Health, Christine McLaughlin.

🚋 The trial of scrapping peak-time ScotRail fares has been extended by 3 months.

🎟️ The scheme saw the cost of a rush hour ticket between Glasgow and Edinburgh being nearly halved, from £28.90 down to £14.90 (a monthly Monday to Friday saving of £280).

Minister for Public Health and Women’s Health @Jenni_Minto tried out the simulator for robotic assisted surgery at Ninewells on a visit organised by NHS Tayside to learn about the benefits of the technology and hear from patients about their positive experiences.

Last night the Scottish Parliament was filled with fabulous music from players of the Scottish Chamber Orchestra celebrating their 50th birthday. They were joined by the voices of Castlebrae choir. Happy Birthday! 🎂

Public Health Minister @Jenni_Minto met with UofG MVLS staff today to discuss the University's research strengths and public health priority areas. The Minister also reviewed ongoing projects and their potential impact on health in Scotland.

The number of women being tested for breast cancer is at its highest ever level in Scotland.

Statistics show more than three in four women (75.9%) took up their screening invitations between 2020 and 2023.

Read more: bit.ly/4dHHneu

It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek .

At SAS, through our Mental Health Strategy we have recently introduced:

💚 Mental health triage cars
💚 Staff training in active listening skills
💚Mental health clinical advisors

Find out more here: ow.ly/ykUx50REagC

Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Inversnaid today with RSPB Scotland & Plantlife Scotland to see the Celtic Rainforest and talk about their importance. We discussed the challenges they face but also opportunities they provide.

On #NursesDay I want to thank all nurses across Scotland for the wonderful and important work you all do for our NHS and care services. I have seen at first hand how hard you all work but also the kind-hearted way in which you do so. Thank you. 🙏

On this Nurses' Day 2024 we are celebrating the dedication, compassion and resilience of nurses across Scotland. Thank you for your tireless efforts that continue to inspire us all, while making a profound difference to the lives of countless individuals. #IND2024

Your new Scot Gov Health ministerial team! Delighted that Maree Todd Jenni Minto MSP & Christina McKelvie have been reappointed, with Christina’s crucial Drug & Alcohol policy work coming into health portfolio. We will work hard to drive improvement & reform in these cherished services

I am honoured to have been asked to continue to serve as Minister for Public Health and Women’s Health by our new First Minister. I will continue to give my all for the people of Scotland.

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Jenni Minto MSP quoting Marie Curie herself during her speech this evening ❤️

Today is #WorldOvarianCancerDay . Do you know the symptoms of #ovariancancer ?

Repost our video to help spread the word and raise vital awareness. For more information about ovarian cancer symptoms, visit our website 👉 bit.ly/3iWQo5Z

#NoWomanLeftBehind #WOCD2024

“Scotland wins when the SNP wins.” Huge congratulations to our new party leader John Swinney
As our First Minister he will be focusing on solutions that make a real difference for the people of Scotland.
John is the perfect leader to deliver these. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

It was great to welcome Argyll and Bute Council’s new Provost and Depute Provost to our Scottish Parliament today.