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What is Coronavirus? An excellent free book for children
Published on 8 April 2020
NHS Western Isles is recommending a free book to parents of primary school children, about coronavirus. Axel Scheffler has illustrated a digital book for primary school age children, free for anyone to read on screen or print out, about coronavirus and... -
Top tips to keep your hands in good health
Published on 8 April 2020
NHS Western Isles' Dermatology Nurse has issued some top tips for the public to keep their hands healthy in response to COVID-19. With people washing their hands more than they ever have before, many of us will experience symptoms of dermatitis, manifesting in... -
What to do if you have symptoms of Coronavirus
Published on 7 April 2020
Patients with mild coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms are being reminded not to call NHS 24 if they are able to manage their symptoms at home. Those who are unable to manage their symptoms, or if symptoms do not improve after seven days,... -
NHS Western Isles launches 'Virtual Visiting'
Published on 7 April 2020
NHS Western Isles is launching a ‘Virtual Visiting’ service for hospital inpatients. Following the recent decision to close our hospitals in the Western Isles to visitors, staff have been working on a new process to enable inpatients to keep in touch with friends... -
Donations of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Published on 6 April 2020
NHS Western Isles has been inundated with generous offers of personal protective equipment (PPE), and we are extremely grateful to local businesses and individuals for their continued support and kindness. To ensure all donations of PPE (Including hand sanitizers) are... -
Relocation of Emergency Dental Services in Lewis
Published on 3 April 2020
With Coronavirus cases now confirmed in Lewis, NHS Western Isles is continuing to take steps to strengthen services. As part of our preparation, the Emergency Dental Service will move temporarily to Castleview Dental Practice. The practice recently closed for routine care, but has made its premises available to...