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COVID-19 cases in the Western Isles
Published on 15 October 2020
As of 15th October 2020, the total number of people who have tested positive for COVID-19 in the Western Isles is 56. This number includes those cases linked to the outbreak in Uist (48) and one additional individual who tested positive in... -
Keeping safe: COVID-19 outbreak
Published on 15 October 2020
NHS Western Isles is continuing to remind communities across the Western Isles of the important safety advice, guidance and restrictions to help prevent any further spread of COVID-19. Physical distancing, hand and respiratory hygiene, the use of face masks and coverings,... -
That is the way we wash them - in the Western Isles!
Published on 9 October 2020
NHS Western Isles has again joined forces with local folk rock band Peat & Diesel to collaborate on a new tongue-in-cheek music video ‘That’s the way we wash them’, hugely inspired by their smash hit ‘That’s the way we do it in the Western... -
Influenza vaccination letters
Published on 9 October 2020
NHS Western Isles is reminding those eligible for the influenza vaccination, who have received appointment letters to contact the number on their letter to book an appointment time at a venue near them. Please do not contact your GP Practice as... -
Your views wanted: Coping with Loneliness, Isolation and Coronavirus
Published on 8 October 2020
NHS Western Isles is asking islanders to take part in an online survey to understand how people are coping during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The survey is part of a joint Northern Periphery & Arctic Programme (NPA) COVID-19 Response Group,... -
Eat well, age well
Published on 5 October 2020
The NHS Western Isles Department of Nutrition and Dietetics is supporting UK Malnutrition Awareness Week, which this year runs between 5th-12th October 2020. UK Malnutrition Awareness Week seeks to increase understanding of this important issue amongst general public, health and social care workers...