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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... -
Dun Eisdean Care Home
Published on 28 September 2021
NHS Western Isles and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar have identified a number of cases of COVID-19 in the Dun Eisdean Care Home in Stornoway. Test and Protect is underway. The outbreak is currently affecting seven individuals (both staff and residents). Residents’... -
New Vaccination Centre for Lewis and Harris
Published on 24 September 2021
To support vaccinations within Lewis and Harris, a dedicated Vaccination Centre has been established within Western Isles Hospital. The new Centre, located at the former University of Stirling Nursing Campus, features three dedicated rooms comprising waiting areas and six clinic ‘lanes’. As...