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NHS Western Isles welcomes findings of Mental Health Inspection
Published on 18 June 2026
NHS Western Isles has welcomed the publication of a Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) unannounced inspection report into mental health services at Western Isles Hospital, which has highlighted a number of strengths in care delivery, alongside areas for further improvement. The inspection,... -
Tick awareness boost for Lochportain Water Network workforce
Published on 17 June 2026
Workers delivering a major water infrastructure project in North Uist have received practical advice and support on how to protect themselves from tick bites while working outdoors. Following a request from Site Supervisor Neil MacKinnon, Isabell MacInnes, NHS Western Isles Health... -
New JustGiving page makes donating to NHS Western Isles easier than ever
Published on 9 June 2026
Western Isles Health Board Endowments, the official charity of NHS Western Isles, has launched a new JustGiving page to make it easier than ever for the public to support vital healthcare projects across our communities. The Endowments fund plays a key... -
Encouraging a breastfeeding-friendly Western Isles
Published on 8 June 2026
NHS Western Isles is proud to support Scottish Breastfeeding Week 2026, celebrating breastfeeding across Scotland and promoting a culture where it is seen, supported, and encouraged. Breastfeeding belongs everywhere, and every mum deserves to feel confident feeding their baby. From those... -
Six Western Isles Organisations Step Up for NHS Mental Health Accreditation Scheme
Published on 1 June 2026
Six organisations from across the Western Isles are taking part in a pilot of the NHS Western Isles Mental Health Accreditation Scheme, aimed at promoting positive mental wellbeing within the workplace. The scheme was developed by NHS Western Isles in 2025,... -
Nominations Open for Scotland’s Health Awards 2026 – Honouring NHS Heroes Across the Western Isles and Beyond
Published on 1 June 2026
Nominations are now officially open for Scotland’s Health Awards 2026, offering a unique opportunity for the public to recognise and celebrate the extraordinary contributions of healthcare individuals and teams across NHS Western Isles and the wider NHS Scotland network. Organised by...