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Health Board balances books for 13th year
Published on 23 June 2021
Western Isles Health Board members this week congratulated staff across the organisation for the effective management of finances, after it was confirmed that NHS Western Isles has achieved a breakeven position for the 13th year in succession. At the Board meeting... -
Local Dental Service Update
Published on 23 June 2021
As dental services across Scotland take steps to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, NHS Western Isles is advising patients on changes to local dental services in relation to how they are currently operating, and how some of... -
Are you breastfeeding friendly?
Published on 21 June 2021
NHS Western Isles is supporting Breastfeeding Friendly Scotland, a Scottish Government scheme aiming to encourage people to feel more comfortable about feeding their baby within a public setting. We are asking local businesses and organisations to join the scheme and... -
Are you ready for alcohol recovery?
Published on 18 June 2021
Virtual drop-in recovery meetings have recently been set up within the Western Isles, and are held via Zoom each Tuesday between 2.30pm-3.30pm. Offering support to people at the beginning of their recovery journey from alcohol, and part of the Recovery Agenda,... -
Double Dose Club launches in Western Isles!
Published on 17 June 2021
NHS Western Isles has partnered with local graphic design company Loom, which has produced the Double Dose Club logo, sticker and avatar frame, for individuals proud to share that they have received their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Designed by Loom’s owner... -
Patients reminded that it’s OK to ask!
Published on 16 June 2021
NHS Western Isles has produced a short animation to remind patients that it is OK to ask if they are ever unsure about advice they are given about their health. The animation can be viewed at: https://vimeo.com/563701187 With only 1 in 3 patients...