Stories & Insights

Health information, community stories, and updates from Vibrant Health Advocates Dundee — written for and about the people of this city.

Diverse group of adults walking together along a riverside path in Dundee, autumn trees, River Tay in background.
Community

Walking Together: How Our Dundee Community Strolls Are Changing Lives

Our free weekly walking groups have grown from a handful of regulars to one of Dundee's most-loved health initiatives — and the benefits go far beyond fitness.

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More from the community

Community health worker checks blood pressure with a middle-aged man in a bright Dundee community centre.
Health Information

Know Your Numbers: A Plain-English Guide to Blood Pressure for Dundee Residents

High blood pressure affects one in three Scottish adults, yet most people have no idea what their readings mean — here is everything you need to know about understanding and managing your blood pressure.

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Maria smiles while volunteering at a community health drop-in in Dundee, listening to another participant across the table.
Volunteer Stories

'I Didn't Know Anyone': How One Volunteer Programme Transformed Maria's Health Journey

When Maria arrived in Dundee with a chronic condition and no support network, she found more than she expected at a local health advocacy session. Today she's one of our most dedicated volunteers.

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Our Work

Four Programmes, One Goal: Health Equity Across Dundee

From one-to-one health advocacy to the New Scots Health Access Project — learn about all four of our programme areas and how they work together to close the gap between residents and their healthcare.

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