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Medical Ward 2 Reopened
Published on 13 April 2024
Medical Ward 2 has reopened to new admissions following a small number of cases of Influenza B. The ward was closed to new admissions on 10th April and a Problem Assessment Group (PAG) was established to ensure all necessary measures were put... -
Medical Ward 2 closed to admissions until further notice
Published on 10 April 2024
Medical Ward 2 in Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway is closed to new admissions until further notice, as a result of a small number of cases of Influenza B. To help prevent further spread, medical admissions to the ward will be... -
And they're off...launch of Buggy Buddies for Summer 2024!
Published on 5 April 2024
It’s back and this year the popular local buggy walking group ‘Buggy Buddies’ kicks off on Tuesday 16th April. Led by NHS Western Isles’ Health Visiting Team, Buggy Buddies is aimed at parents and carers of babies and toddlers in buggies,... -
NHS Western Isles Climate Emergency and Sustainability report 2022/23
Published on 2 April 2024
The NHS Western Isles Climate Emergency and Sustainability Report, for 2022/23, has been released. This report summarises the progress the organisation has made in meeting national targets to deliver a net-zero carbon emissions service and provide sustainable healthcare. The Scottish Government... -
The NHS Western Isles Annual Review takes place on Wednesday 27th March
Published on 25 March 2024
NHS Western Isles Board Chair, Gillian McCannon, would like to welcome you to the Health Board's Annual Review. The purpose of the Annual Review is to assess the Board's performance for the period 2023/24. The Annual Review will be led by... -
Be tick aware - stay safe from tick bites
Published on 22 March 2024
Tick check season is here. Better weather means more people are out and about enjoying the outdoors. NHS Western Isles wants to remind people living and visiting the Western Isles to take precautions to prevent being bitten by ticks and potentially...