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We welcome all feedback on NHS Western Isles communications. If you would like to provide feedback, please contact wi.coms@nhs.scot
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Jun 12
Diabetic Eye Screening clinics are taking place in Uist & Barra this June & July.
If you’re invited, please attend your appointment — it can help prevent sight loss.
#DiabetesCare #EyeHealth #NHSWesternIsles #PublicHealth
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Jun 11
15th June Public Holiday Arrangements
Some services and departments will be closed or offering reduced hours on Monday 15th June. If you require urgent medical advice during this time and your GP practice is closed, please phone NHS 24 on 111. In an emergency, phone 999.
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Jun 10
Diabetic Eye Screening clinics are taking place in Uist & Barra this June & July.
If you’re invited, please attend your appointment — it can help prevent sight loss.
#DiabetesCare #EyeHealth #NHSWesternIsles #PublicHealth
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Jun 10
🔕 DO NOT touch or pick up dead or sick wild birds. If you find any dead wild birds, please report online at gov.uk/guidance/report-dead-… or call the Wild Bird Reporting helpline on 03459 33 55 77.
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Jun 10
Finding work that’s fits around your family can feel overwhelming. Find a trusted adviser who can help at ParentClub.scot/flexible-wor…
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Jun 10
STORNOWAY BUGGY BUDDIES - EVERY THURSDAY!
Come and join tomorrow's Buggy Buddies, the free weekly local buggy walking group open to parents and carers of babies and toddlers in buggies, prams or carriers. Meet at Porter's Lodge every Thursday at 12:30pm.
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Jun 9
A recent report highlights growing concerns around ketamine use—raising awareness of its risks is vital to help protect health and support those who may be affected.
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjdp…
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Jun 9
Diabetic Eye Screening clinics are taking place in Uist & Barra this June & July.
If you’re invited, please attend your appointment — it can help prevent sight loss.
#DiabetesCare #EyeHealth #NHSWesternIsles #PublicHealth
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Jun 9
New JustGiving page makes donating to NHS Western Isles easier than ever
Read the article at: wihb.scot.nhs.uk/new-justgiv…
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Jun 8
Diabetic Eye Screening clinics are taking place in Uist & Barra this June & July.
If you’re invited, please attend your appointment — it can help prevent sight loss.
#DiabetesCare #EyeHealth #NHSWesternIsles #PublicHealth
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Jun 8
Encouraging a breastfeeding-friendly Western Isles
NHS Western Isles is proud to support Scottish Breastfeeding Week 2026, celebrating breastfeeding across Scotland and promoting a culture where it is seen, supported, and encouraged.
Read the article at: wihb.scot.nhs.uk/encouraging…
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Jun 4
It’s important to make sure you do your bowel screening test correctly. Instructions are included in the kit. More information and a ‘how to’ video can be found at nhsinform.scot/bowelscreenin…
#BowelScreeningScotland
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Jun 3
CHARITY EVENT: AN EVENING WITH SIMMY
Sat 13th: Social evening, Q&A & buffet in the Caladh Inn. Proceeds to Bethesda. 18 only. Youth coaching session with L&H youth squad book signing in No10 Sports Shop from 2pm-3pm.
For further info email: lewisandharrisdons@hotmail.co.uk
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Jun 3
STORNOWAY BUGGY BUDDIES - EVERY THURSDAY!
Come and join tomorrow's Buggy Buddies, the free weekly local buggy walking group open to parents and carers of babies and toddlers in buggies, prams or carriers. Meet at Porter's Lodge every Thursday at 12:30pm.
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Jun 1
Six organisations from across the Western Isles are taking part in a pilot of the NHS Western Isles Mental Health Accreditation Scheme, aimed at promoting positive mental wellbeing within the workplace.... READ MORE AT: wihb.scot.nhs.uk/six-western…
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Jun 1
Nominations Open for Scotland’s Health Awards 2026 – Honouring NHS Heroes Across the Western Isles & Beyond. Vote to recognise & celebrate the extraordinary contributions of healthcare individuals & teams across NHSWI & the wider NHS Scotland network.
wihb.scot.nhs.uk/nominations…
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May 29
Looking for work or been made redundant? Your local council's employability service can help.
Hear how mum Seonaid got support from Renfrewshire Council.
Find help in your area 👉 parentclub.scot/work
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May 27
Bethesda Hospice Shop on Stornoway’s Bayhead Street, has been awarded an NHS Western Isles Capital Grant to help develop a Warm Hub for the wider community and visitors to keep warm, help make new friends and reduce isolation, as well as.... read more at wihb.scot.nhs.uk/brewing-con…
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May 27
STORNOWAY BUGGY BUDDIES - EVERY THURSDAY!
Come and join tomorrow's Buggy Buddies, the free weekly local buggy walking group open to parents and carers of babies and toddlers in buggies, prams or carriers. Meet at Porter's Lodge every Thursday at 12:30pm.
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May 26
NHS BOARD MEETING
A meeting of Western Isles NHS Board will take place on Thursday 28th May at 10:15am. To obtain a link to attend (in-person or via Teams), contact michelle.mcphail@nhs.scot
Board papers are available at: ow.ly/b3oy50YQwVM
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