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Promoting the #NHSScotlandPride pledge
Published on 29 June 2021
Everyone deserves respect and good access to healthcare. And that is something we continuously strive for in NHS Scotland. But LGBT+ and minority ethnic people still face challenges in relation to accessing healthcare – and negative attitudes towards them. We... -
Know your units - Creating a healthier mind and body
Published on 29 June 2021
It has been a tough year for everyone getting through the COVID-19 Pandemic: not being able to meet up with family, friends and relatives and not being able to undertake normal activities. Many people have been affected by the challenges... -
Meeting the challenge at Podiatry
Published on 28 June 2021
In order to meet the challenges of increasing demands as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be changes to the service provided by the NHS Western Isles Podiatry team. As a result of demand and current restrictions, as... -
Making life easier for local Parkinson’s patients
Published on 28 June 2021
HEATING BENEFITS SAVINGS FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON’S IN WESTERN ISLES It can be hard to heat your home and fuel poverty is difficult for everyone who experiences it, However, it can be even harder for those with chronic neurological disorders such... -
Western Isles Health Board approves in principle the development of a local MRI service
Published on 23 June 2021
Western Isles Health Board has today (Wednesday) approved in principle the development of a new MRI service at the Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway. This project is subject to Scottish Government approval and securing the necessary funding. There are currently no... -
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...