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Relaunch of local businesses supporting Domestic Abuse ’16 Days of Action’ campaign!
Published on 28 April 2020
The Outer Hebrides Violence Against Women Partnership has relaunched last November's campaign to raise awareness of Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control.
Being promoted until 17th May, the ‘16 Days Of Action’ campaign will again see local businesses and organisations lend their...
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Thanks to groups, businesses and individuals during Coronavirus
Published on 28 April 2020
NHS Western Isles wishes to express its sincere thanks to the following groups, businesses and individuals for their generosity and offers of support during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Abhainn Dearg Distillery
Agnes Munro
Anthony Pidcock
Michael Pokorniecki, Aladdin's Cave
Ali Whiteford
Alison Morag Smith
Bernard...
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Parents encouraged to check Best Start Grant eligibility
Published on 28 April 2020
Families across Scotland may be able to receive Best Start Grant payments to help ease the financial pressure many may be experiencing due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The Best Start Grant payments give financial support to families on lower...
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Western Isles starts its own COVID-19 infection testing service
Published on 28 April 2020
NHS Western Isles has today (Monday) commenced testing for SARS-CoV-2 virus, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 infection.
Following local validation to national standards, the Western Isles Hospital laboratory is now accepting samples for testing, with an anticipated turnaround time...
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One Minute Silence
Published on 27 April 2020
NHS Western Isles is encouraging workplaces and individuals across the Western Isles to observe a nationwide One Minute Silence being held tomorrow at 11am.
The One Minute Silence is in honour and remembrance of all health, care and key...
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NHS Western Isles offers free access to Sleepio online CBT app
Published on 27 April 2020
Provision of free access to Sleepio online CBT app for insomnia via NHS Western Isles' mPower community navigator serviceNHS Western Isles in partnership with Big Health Ltd. are pleased to offer access to the clinically tested insomnia App Sleepio...