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Information regarding MRI waiting times
Published on 6 October 2026
If you have already been referred for an MRI to a mainland centre, you do not need to ask your GP or healthcare professional for a new referral. The NHS Western Isles MRI team are reviewing all existing referrals...
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NHS Western Isles provides update on norovirus measures
Published on 5 October 2026
NHS Western Isles is continuing to manage cases of norovirus, commonly known as the ‘winter vomiting bug', within Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway and is asking the public for their support in helping to prevent further spread.
Following ongoing...
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New MRI Service officially opens in the Western Isles
Published on 2 October 2026
Patients across the Western Isles will soon benefit from access to advanced MRI scanning closer to home as NHS Western Isles officially opens its new MRI service today. The first patients will be welcomed to the service on Monday. Rainbow...
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NHS Western Isles urges public to help prevent the spread of norovirus
Published on 2 October 2026
NHS Western Isles is reminding members of the public to take precautions as norovirus, commonly known as the “winter vomiting bug", is currently circulating and increasing within the community and healthcare settings.
Norovirus is highly contagious and can spread...
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New website launched to help people age well in the Western Isles
Published on 1 October 2026
NHS Western Isles is excited to launch a new website, designed to help older people across the Western Isles find activities, services, healthcare and support in their local communities. The new page has been launched today as part of...
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Breast Screening underway at new Stornoway base
Published on 30 September 2026
NHS Western Isles is encouraging women to attend their breast screening appointments as the Breast Screening Mobile Unit has begun operating in it’s new location in Stornoway.
The mobile screening unit is now based in the Co-op car park...