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Children aged 12-15 and the second dose of the COVID vaccine
Published on 6 October 2021
Whilst the majority of young people aged 12-15 are only eligible for one dose of the COVID vaccine at present, there are individuals in this age group that are eligible for a second dose. Young people aged between 12-15 who are... -
COVID testing in the Western Isles
Published on 5 October 2021
As a result of a current technical issue with the Laboratory (PCR) COVID testing system in the Western Isles Hospital Laboratory in Stornoway, all COVID tests will now unfortunately have to be sent off-island for a period. Arrangements are now... -
Seasonal flu vaccinations underway at local schools
Published on 5 October 2021
Influenza (flu) vaccinations are now underway at local primary schools within the Western Isles, with the first vaccinations currently being offered to pupils at Stornoway Primary, before the Vaccination team moves to Uig Primary School on Thursday and the Christian... -
Sun shines for first community vaccination clinic
Published on 4 October 2021
The sun shone in Point today (Monday 4th October) as the first community vaccination clinic offering separate Influenza and COVID-19 booster vaccinations, was held at Ionaid Stoodie in Garrabost.With almost 100 over-65’s being invited to attend today, and another being... -
Flu immunisation opportunity for 2-5 year olds in Lewis
Published on 29 September 2021
Pre-school children on Lewis aged two to five who missed or had to cancel appointments for their flu immunisation are being invited to attend a rescheduled clinic in Stornoway Health Centre on Saturday (October 2). The flu vaccine for most children... -
Error in vaccination letters issued to Point residents
Published on 28 September 2021
NHS Western Isles would like to apologise for an error in vaccination invitation letters issued to a number of residents in Point, Lewis. The letters were sent this week to around 100 individuals aged over 80 in Point who are eligible...