Medical Ward 2 closed to admissions until further notice   

Medical Ward 2 in Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway has been closed to new admissions as a result of a number of cases of COVID-19.

To help prevent further spread medical admissions to the ward will be restricted until further notice.

A Problem Assessment Group (PAG) has been established to ensure all necessary measures are in place to prevent further spread within the ward.

In terms of Hospital visiting, we are asking friends and relatives of inpatients in Medical Ward 2 to only visit if necessary and to restrict the number of people visiting patients. This is to ensure our patients are protected, but also to ensure that visitors do not contract COVID-19. Please ensure you do not visit patients if you feel unwell or have experienced symptoms in the last 48 hours. Visitors should ensure they wash their hands before and after visiting.

Please do not visit under any circumstances if you develop symptoms.