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Western Isles starts its own COVID-19 infection testing service
Published on 28 April 2020
NHS Western Isles has today (Monday) commenced testing for SARS-CoV-2 virus, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 infection. Following local validation to national standards, the Western Isles Hospital laboratory is now accepting samples for testing, with an anticipated turnaround time of approximately... -
One Minute Silence
Published on 27 April 2020
NHS Western Isles is encouraging workplaces and individuals across the Western Isles to observe a nationwide One Minute Silence being held tomorrow at 11am. The One Minute Silence is in honour and remembrance of all health, care and key workers who... -
NHS Western Isles offers free access to Sleepio online CBT app
Published on 27 April 2020
Provision of free access to Sleepio online CBT app for insomnia via NHS Western Isles' mPower community navigator service NHS Western Isles in partnership with Big Health Ltd. are pleased to offer access to the clinically tested insomnia App Sleepio for... -
We are still here to help!
Published on 24 April 2020
During these extremely challenging times, we would like to remind members of the Western Isles community that your Health Service remains available to you when you need us! We are acutely aware of the national and local position, with reduced attendances... -
NHS Western Isles pays thanks to CalMac for their support
Published on 24 April 2020
NHS Western Isles would like to record its sincere thanks and appreciation to Caledonian MacBrayne for their help and support in establishing a timetable that ensures our patients who require lifesaving treatment on the mainland can continue to do so... -
Message from the Chair, NHS Western Isles
Published on 23 April 2020
“It is with the deepest gratitude that I send this message to all the frontline and key staff working in the NHS, Care Homes, Third Sector, volunteers, our partner Emergency Services and all who continue to support our Island infrastructure...