SHIELDING: Outdoor exercise can be taken from later this month

People who are shielding are being advised that though they should continue to do so until at least the end of July, they can if they choose, go outdoors to exercise from 18 June while maintaining strict physical distancing. Those affected...

Members of the public are reminded that are Patient Travel Offices across the Western Isles remain closed to the public – but bookings can be made by contacting us by email or phone. Staff are available to take calls/emails and make...

For Western Isles residents who develop symptoms of COVID-19 infection, both a local phoneline (01851 601 151) and online form are now available to help them book a test. The Scottish Government’s Test and Protect scheme was launched last week and is based...

For Western Isles residents who develop symptoms of COVID-19 infection, a local phoneline – 01851 601 151 – has been launched to help them book a test. The Scottish Government’s Test and Protect scheme was launched last week and is based on testing...

In keeping with many NHS Western Isles services, the Dental Department will soon be increasing services. Social Distancing and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) rules have meant that, over the past number of weeks, only the most urgent dental emergencies have been...