Surgical Ward reopens while restrictions remain in Medical Ward 2

Surgical Ward in the Western Isles Hospital has reopened to new admissions following an outbreak of Norovirus. Normal visiting arrangements have resumed in both Surgical Ward and Medical Ward 1.

Medical Ward 2 remains closed to admissions and is...

NHS Western Isles is joining in with celebrating 20 years of Childsmile, the national programme that helps children across Scotland enjoy healthier smiles and better oral health.

At the heart of Childsmile are three key elements: Toothbrushing – helping children...

If you have already been referred for an MRI to a mainland centre, you do not need to ask your GP or healthcare professional for a new referral. The NHS Western Isles MRI team are reviewing all existing referrals...

NHS Western Isles is continuing to manage cases of norovirus, commonly known as the ‘winter vomiting bug', within Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway and is asking the public for their support in helping to prevent further spread.

Following ongoing...

Patients across the Western Isles will soon benefit from access to advanced MRI scanning closer to home as NHS Western Isles officially opens its new MRI service today. The first patients will be welcomed to the service on Monday. Rainbow...