Visitors asked to wear masks in hospital as cases of flu increase

NHS Western Isles is requesting that all individuals visiting patients in hospitals across the Western Isles wear a face mask. This precautionary measure is being introduced to reduce the risk of infection and safeguard the health of both patients and...

NHS Western Isles has published its 2024/25 Climate Emergency and Sustainability Report, detailing continued progress toward national targets for reducing carbon emissions, strengthening climate resilience, cutting waste and embedding sustainable healthcare practices across its services and estate. This year’s report highlights...

The quality of health services in the Western Isles has come up amongst the very best in Scotland according to the latest Scottish Household Survey. A total of 77 per cent of respondents to the survey said they were satisfied with...

A successful £20,000 NHS Capital Funding grant has enabled the Leverhulme Community Hub to turn an aspiration into an achievement, by providing funding towards gym equipment to open its own community gym. The new equipment, consisting of cardio equipment, free weights,...

As seasonal infections rise, NHS Western Isles is strongly urging anyone with flu-like symptoms or feeling unwell to avoid visiting hospital patients and care home residents, to avoid putting vulnerable people and local healthcare services at risk.  In addition, those...