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NHS Western Isles pays thanks to CalMac for their support
Published on 24 April 2020
NHS Western Isles would like to record its sincere thanks and appreciation to Caledonian MacBrayne for their help and support in establishing a timetable that ensures our patients who require lifesaving treatment on the mainland can continue to do so... -
Message from the Chair, NHS Western Isles
Published on 23 April 2020
“It is with the deepest gratitude that I send this message to all the frontline and key staff working in the NHS, Care Homes, Third Sector, volunteers, our partner Emergency Services and all who continue to support our Island infrastructure... -
Response to report of COVID-19 death in Western Isles
Published on 23 April 2020
Members of the public may be aware that one COVID-19 related death was reported for the Western Isles today by National Records of Scotland. NHS Western Isles can confirm that this case relates to an individual who was admitted to hospital... -
Ensuring home addresses are clear for health service staff
Published on 22 April 2020
Over the coming weeks and months, a proportion of NHS staff who do not normally visit patients in their own homes to provide care or treatment, may require to be deployed into the community setting. We are aware in certain areas... -
A massive ‘thank you’ to our local communities
Published on 20 April 2020
NHS Western Isles has been inundated with incredibly kind donations from across our communities of various items, including monetary donations, hand sanitizers and creams, personal protective equipment, offers of accommodation, vehicles, snacks, and offers of assistance. We are incredibly grateful for... -
Routine immunisations continue during coronavirus outbreak
Published on 20 April 2020
Immunisation appointments for children and pregnant women are continuing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Scheduled immunisations are an important and legitimate medical reason to leave your house, and people who have an immunisation appointment should attend as planned. If an individual...