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Virtual Visiting keeps Western Isles patients in touch with their families
Published on 29 April 2020
Bringing families together in the Western Isles amidst a worldwide pandemic was one of the NHS Western Isles’ objectives over recent weeks. With visiting suspended across our hospitals, NHS Western Isles has re-united families via ‘virtual visiting’ and has supplied wards... -
NHS Western Isles launches local COVID-19 telephone line 01851 601151
Published on 29 April 2020
NHS Western Isles has today launched its new dedicated Coronavirus (COVID-19) health support telephone line for those living and working within the Western Isles. This local service has been set up to answer general health queries or concerns from members of the public, health and social... -
Relaunch of local businesses supporting Domestic Abuse ’16 Days of Action’ campaign!
Published on 28 April 2020
The Outer Hebrides Violence Against Women Partnership has relaunched last November's campaign to raise awareness of Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control. Being promoted until 17th May, the ‘16 Days Of Action’ campaign will again see local businesses and organisations lend their support to... -
Thanks to groups, businesses and individuals during Coronavirus
Published on 28 April 2020
NHS Western Isles wishes to express its sincere thanks to the following groups, businesses and individuals for their generosity and offers of support during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Abhainn Dearg Distillery Agnes Munro Anthony Pidcock Michael Pokorniecki, Aladdin's Cave Ali Whiteford Alison Morag Smith Bernard Edwards Bridge Centre Caledonian MacBraynes Caladh Hotels Carinish Hall Catherine Macleod, Scalpay Harris... -
Parents encouraged to check Best Start Grant eligibility
Published on 28 April 2020
Families across Scotland may be able to receive Best Start Grant payments to help ease the financial pressure many may be experiencing due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Best Start Grant payments give financial support to families on lower incomes during... -
Western Isles starts its own COVID-19 infection testing service
Published on 28 April 2020
NHS Western Isles has today (Monday) commenced testing for SARS-CoV-2 virus, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 infection. Following local validation to national standards, the Western Isles Hospital laboratory is now accepting samples for testing, with an anticipated turnaround time of approximately...