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Group A streptococcal infections
Published on 14 December 2022
Group A Streptococci (GAS), also known as Strep A, are bacteria commonly found on the skin or in the throat. Most Strep A infections are mild and easily treated, but some are more serious. Numbers of Group A streptococcal infections... -
Exceptional Gift of Living Kidney Donation Celebrated
Published on 13 December 2022
New research highlights likelihood of people considering becoming a living donor The impact of living kidney donation on those living with kidney failure has been highlighted as part of a new drive. With over 400 people in Scotland waiting on a kidney... -
Board Vice Chair
Published on 9 December 2022
NHS Western Isles is disappointed to confirm that Non Executive Director and Vice Chair of Western Isles Health Board, Tim Ingram, has recently confirmed his decision to resign from the Board. Tim has been an experienced and respected member of the Board and made... -
Staying safe during the festive season
Published on 1 December 2022
The Outer Hebrides Alcohol and Drug Partnership (OHADP) launches its winter campaign this month, with a focus on staying safe during the festive season. It is the time of year when pressures are put on everyone, from buying gifts to excessive... -
ADULT SUPPORT & PROTECTION – LAUNCH OF REVISED NATIONAL CODES OF PRACTICE
Published on 8 November 2022
This summer Scottish Government published revised Codes of Practice for Adult Support and Protection. It aims to reflect the developments in policy, practice and legislation both in the overall context of adult support and protection and in day-to-day activity, since... -
Western Isles first for public health practitioner registration
Published on 27 October 2022
NHS Western Isles congratulates Angela Grant, Development Officer for the Outer Hebrides Alcohol and Drug Partnership and member of the Health Promotion Department, who has become the first registered UK Public Health Practitioner within NHS Western Isles. Public health practitioners play...