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Improved patient experience following introduction of Western Isles Arthroplasty Pre-admission Clinic
Published on 17 June 2022
NHS Western Isles has introduced a nurse-led Arthroplasty Pre-admission Clinic to ensure that as many Orthopaedic patients as possible attending for arthroplasty surgery are admitted to hospital on the day of surgery. Prior to the introduction of the clinic, all patients... -
NHS Western Isles launches recruitment drive for laundry, catering and domestic staff
Published on 14 June 2022
NHS Western Isles is currently recruiting to a number of positions in its Catering, Laundry and Domestic teams. The posts are on the staff bank, which includes benefits such as options for flexible working and weekly pay. All posts (15 available) are... -
Design your own mask winners!
Published on 14 June 2022
Six children from across the Western Isles were recently presented with vouchers for winning the NHS Western Isles ’design your own mask’ competition. Megan Maclean with Uilly Macleod from Peat and Diesel The competition was open to children aged between 5... -
Scottish Breastfeeding Week 2022
Published on 13 June 2022
Antenatal colostrum harvesting service NHS Western Isles Maternity staff are committed to supporting and promoting breastfeeding as the healthiest way to feed your baby. We believe that breastfeeding should be recognised as a unique interaction between mother and baby which not... -
Are you eligible for the pneumococcal vaccine?
Published on 8 June 2022
NHS Western Isles is encouraging everyone eligible for the pneumococcal vaccine to attend for their appointment. Those eligible for the pneumococcal vaccine should have been invited by letter. The pneumococcal vaccine is available in Scotland for all people aged 65 years and... -
Introducing Solids: free workshop
Published on 2 June 2022
Introducing solid foods at 6 months.Come to a Starting Solids workshop to help you get yourbaby off to a great start. The workshop will help you decide:* When your baby is ready to try solid food* What foods to start...