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NHS Western Isles weather impact update
Published on 18 January 2024
NHS Western Isles is not cancelling planned services as a result of the current weather conditions, though some community services (e.g. community nursing) are running essential visits only. Arrangements are in place to ensure ongoing care for the most vulnerable... -
Medical Ward 2 Reopened
Published on 9 January 2024
Medical Ward 2 in Western Isles Hospital reopened to new admissions on Monday afternoon following an outbreak of Norovirus. Medical Ward 1 reopened on December 28 after a closure as a result of cases of diarrhoea and vomiting (D&V). Surgical Ward... -
NHS Western Isles urges local communities to take steps to help prevent the spread of Norovirus
Published on 8 January 2024
Norovirus, also called the ‘winter vomiting bug’, is circulating in the Western Isles, and has already had a negative impact on Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway, with confirmed cases resulting in the closure of Medical Ward 2. Norovirus is one of... -
Surgical Ward closed to admissions until further notice
Published on 30 December 2023
Surgical Ward in Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway was yesterday closed to new admissions as a result of a small number of cases of diarrhoea and vomiting (D&V). Medical Wards 1 and 2 in Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway had been... -
Medical Wards closed to admissions until further notice
Published on 28 December 2023
Medical Wards 1 and 2 in Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway will be closed to new adult medical admissions until further notice, as a result of a number of cases of diarrhoea and vomiting (D&V). To help prevent further spread, the wards will be closed to medical admissions until further... -
Have a Safe and Happy Christmas and New Year
Published on 20 December 2023
The Outer Hebrides Alcohol and Drug Partnership (OHADP) launches its winter campaign with a focus on raising awareness of harms caused by alcohol and drug use and how to keep yourself and others safe. Coming up to the festive...