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Enhanced Radiology service in Uist and Barra thanks to equipment upgrade
Published on 27 May 2025
The radiology department at Ospadal Uibhist agus Bharraigh has recently undergone a £300,000 equipment upgrade to improve the x-ray service in Uist and Barra. The new equipment has many advanced features will which enhance radiation safety and the overall patient experience.... -
NHS Western Isles to hold open day for public to visit the newly modernised Emergency Department
Published on 21 May 2025
The Isle of Lewis is now home to a state-of-the-art new Emergency Department (ED), following the completion of a major £1million refurbishment project on Monday (May 19). Temporary changes in access remain in place at present as work to relocate back... -
Reducing Inhaler Emissions in NHS Western Isles
Published on 20 May 2025
Efforts to reduce inhaler-related emissions are gathering pace and NHS Western Isles is leading the way with innovative green prescribing initiatives. With climate change recognised as a public health emergency, tackling the carbon footprint of metered-dose inhalers (pMDIs) is both... -
Informative ticks and Lyme disease awareness sessions
Published on 19 May 2025
Details of a new project, which aims to understand how environmental changes affect the spread of diseases, and to find ways to reduce the risk of diseases being passed from animals to humans, were shared at an information session in... -
Non-Executive member opportunities at Western Isles NHS Board
Published on 15 May 2025
Western Isles NHS Board is looking for two new members to join its Board. Applications are invited from people who have an interest in public service and are committed to the NHS in Scotland. NHS Western Isles is responsible for the... -
From doubt to distinction: Madge’s Open University experience
Published on 14 May 2025
After a year of hard work and dedication, Madge Macdonald-Spence, Assistant Practitioner with the Macmillan Nursing Team in Uist and Barra, has achieved a Higher Education in Healthcare Practice with distinction. Madge is sharing her experience of studying through the...