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Upgraded clinical hub for Uist and Barra Hospital
Published on 9 October 2019
NHS Western Isles is set to introduce an upgraded clinical hub to the Uist and Barra Hospital, following a decision to redesign the way dental services are delivered. Under the proposed new arrangements, a new four-chair dental suite will operate from... -
Become a Breastfeeding Peer Support Worker and support new mums
Published on 2 October 2019
NHS Western Isles is encouraging local mums to become Breastfeeding Peer Supporters, to provide additional support to new mums breastfeeding their babies. There are 12 spaces locally for free training by The Breastfeeding Network, and at the end of the training,... -
Become a Breastfeeding Peer Support Worker and support new mums
Published on 2 October 2019
NHS Western Isles is encouraging local mums to become Breastfeeding Peer Supporters, to provide additional support to new mums breastfeeding their babies. There are 12 spaces locally for free training by The Breastfeeding Network, and at the end of the training,... -
A special nursing celebration in the Western Isles: QNIS celebrates 130 year anniversary
Published on 2 October 2019
Group photo, left to right: Dolina Laing, Community Nurse Uist team (22 years service); Morag Montgomery, Community Nurse South team (21 years service); Donna Macdonald, Community Nurse South team (26 years service); Kathleen McCulloch, Lead Nurse; William... -
Why Risk It? Thinking of having sex or already in a relationship?
Published on 1 October 2019
The number of family planning clinics NHS Western Isles is offering to access contraception and family planning services has recently been increased. Three clinics are now available on a weekly basis at the Western Isles Hospital (Monday 2pm-5pm, Wednesday 9am-1pm and Thursday 9am-1pm) and individuals can simply book... -
Western Isles cancer survivor urges women to be breast aware
Published on 1 October 2019
Shona's family is pictured with her husband, David; sons, Lennon and Anthony; and daughter, Mairi.Shona graduated with a Post Graduate Diploma in Education in August 2019. She is now teaching in one of the local schools –...