NHS Western Isles raises awareness of the importance of the MMR vaccine for protection against measles

Cases of measles are on the rise in Europe and parts of the UK. There have been very few cases of measles in Scotland but there remains a risk of infection for those who have not been fully vaccinated with...

NHS Western Isles wishes to hear from patients and carers from across a broad spectrum of neurological conditions to input to NHS Western Isles' response to the national Neurological Standards. NHS Western Isles will be hosting two Focus Groups, one...

Medical Ward 2 in Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway has been closed to new admissions as a result of a number of cases of COVID-19. To help prevent further spread medical admissions to the ward will be restricted until further...

NHS Western Isles is not cancelling planned services as a result of the current weather conditions, though some community services (e.g. community nursing) are running essential visits only. Arrangements are in place to ensure ongoing care for the most vulnerable...

Medical Ward 2 in Western Isles Hospital reopened to new admissions on Monday afternoon following an outbreak of Norovirus. Medical Ward 1 reopened on December 28 after a closure as a result of cases of diarrhoea and vomiting (D&V). Surgical Ward...