Sex, Drugs and Young People

NHS Western Isles recently hosted several training events in Uist and Barra focusing on young people’s drug use and the impact it can have on their sexual and reproductive health. The training, previously held in Lewis and Harris during 2023, was...

The Outer Hebrides Alcohol & Drug Partnership wants to make sure everyone stays safe and enjoys the summer season by providing information on drinking sensibly and making the right choices.  Across Scotland, one in four people drink at a potentially harmful...

Nominations are now open for Scotland’s Health Awards 2024. This is your opportunity to show your appreciation to all the hard-working healthcare professionals working for NHS Western Isles. Scotland’s Health Awards 2024 will celebrate the extraordinary achievements of NHS Scotland staff...

A survey of over 1000 residents in the Western Isles has found that the majority of GP patients report a positive experience of their care. The Scottish Health and Care Experience (HACE) survey is a postal survey which was sent to...

Teams from NHS Western Isles recently supported the P7-S1 Transition with the Nicolson Institute and the Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) team.  Each table had opportunities for pupils to understand what is involved in the respective roles, as well as sampling...