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Move More Western Isles launches programme of activities
Published on 1 November 2018
(L/R): Iain Burgess (Vice-chairman, NHS Western Isles); Cllr Norman A MacDonald (Comhairle Convener); Kirsty Brightwell (Chair of the MoveMore Steering Group); Christine Rushworth (MoveMore Service User); Iain Davidson (MoveMore Service User); Joanne Adamson (Macmillan Cancer Support); Colin Gilmour (NHS Western... -
Active Hebrides Strategy open for Public Consultation
Published on 31 October 2018
The Outer Hebrides Community Planning Partnership (OHCPP) is pleased to present their Physical Activity Strategy for public consultation. Produced by a multi-agency group comprising of NHS Western Isles, Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Scottish Natural Heritage, Community Land Scotland, sportscotland, and... -
Baby massage proves a hit with local parents
Published on 22 October 2018
Baby massage class which took place in Barra during September/October with IAIM Instructors Alison MacDonald, NHSWI Senior Health Promotion Officer, and Theresa Irving, Barra Children’s Centre. Local baby massage classes are proving a popular choice with parents in the Outer Hebrides. The ... -
Promoting the benefits of physical activity with 'Cairdean Cordail Ceann a Loch'
Published on 15 October 2018
NHS Western Isles' Health Promotion Department was delighted to accept an invitation to attend the ‘Cairdean Cordail Ceann a Loch' older people's group on Wednesday 10th October at Balallan Hall, Lochs. Karen Peteranna, Health Improvement Practitioner discussed the UK... -
NHSWI launches videos in Flu vaccination awareness campaign
Published on 10 October 2018
‘Be a Flu Fighter' is the message of two new videos launched today (October 9th) by NHS Western Isles aimed at encouraging island residents and Western Isles health staff to take up their free flu jab.Entitled ‘Think You Know Flu?'... -
Flu Vaccination, have you had yours?
Published on 9 October 2018
The second of two short films raising awareness about flu, and the importance of getting vaccinated if you’re eligible. The films feature islanders from the Butt to Bara in the Outer Hebrides. Staff from NHS Western Isles and people from across...