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Isles workplaces receive wellbeing boost!
Published on 3 November 2025
NHS Western Isles is delighted to announce that workplaces across the Outer Hebrides are now better equipped to support mental health and wellbeing, thanks to 23 newly trained Mental Health First Aiders, who have completed training over the past three... -
Beware of Scam GP calls
Published on 3 November 2025
NHS Western Isles is urging individuals to be aware of fraudulent telephone calls claiming to be from GP practices, or doctors themselves, after a national rise in scam GP telephone calls. This is when members of the public receive a call... -
Islanders invited to NHS Western Isles’ Annual Review
Published on 30 October 2025
NHS Western Isles is encouraging our local communities to attend next month’s Annual Review, the purpose of which is to assess the Board’s performance for the period 2024/25. Members of the public are invited to attend, either in person or join... -
NHS Western Isles Highlighted for Excellence
Published on 29 October 2025
NHS Western Isles is delighted to announce it has been Highlighted for Excellence for excellent teaching and welcoming staff, after receiving a Letter of Commendation from the Annual Review Undergraduate Medical Education (ARUME). Each year all medical student feedback relating to... -
NHS Western Isles Occupational Therapist named as a finalist in Scotland’s Health Awards
Published on 28 October 2025
NHS Western Isles is delighted to announce that Amber MacVicar, Occupational Therapist, has been shortlisted for the Young Achiever Award at this year’s Scotland’s Health Awards – an annual celebration of the hard work and dedication of people working in... -
World Osteoporosis Day: use the risk checker today!
Published on 20 October 2025
As part of World Osteoporosis Day (20th October), NHS Western Isles is encouraging residents to consider their risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Osteoporosis is a common, but generally silent, condition affecting a significant percentage of people. Approximately half of all women...