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Go Greece Step Challenge: We’re 8 weeks in! Well done to everyone staying active and logging steps. Join Leah Mackay’s Walk Wednesdays or explore Walk on Hebrides Health Walks. Keep moving, keep tracking your progress, and enjoy the journey. Every step counts! Keep it up all!!

Visiting arrangements at Ospadal Uibhist agus Bharraigh Read the article at: wihb.scot.nhs.uk/visiting-ar…

Due to travel disruptions, these events are cancelled.

World Stroke Day event this week Join the local CHSS and NHS staff at the Stornoway Library on Thursday 29th October between 1pm-4pm to find out more about how to reduce your risk of a stroke.

Breast Cancer Awareness month: Early detection saves lives! Spot changes, see your doctor ASAP. #BreastCancer breastcancernow.org/about-br…

Thank you to everyone in Uist, Barra and Harris who attended the Breast Screening Mobile Unit. The unit is now on Lewis. If you have received your appointment letter, we look forward to welcoming you. Remember - don't get scared, get screened. youtube.com/watch?v=2R-BhlwW…

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Breast cancer affects mostly women over 50. Notice lumps, skin changes, or nipple discharge? See your GP. #BreastCancerAwareness

Claire Whyman Optometrist is currently experiencing issues with their phone line.  Please for the temporary phone number is 07340667489 if required.

In Scotland, children aged 2-5 (and not yet in school) are being offered the flu vaccine. Given as a nasal spray, it’s quick and feels just like a tickle in their nose. Find out more at nhsinform.scot/childflu #WeeScoosh

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Breast cancer is the UK's most common cancer. Norma Macleod urges, "Take no chances! If you find a lump, act immediately." Read her story: getcheckedearly.org/stories/…

Thank you to everyone in Uist, Barra and Harris who attended the Breast Screening Mobile Unit. The unit is now on Lewis. If you have received your appointment letter, we look forward to welcoming you. Remember - don't get scared, get screened. youtube.com/watch?v=2R-BhlwW…

Medical Ward 2 reopens following norovirus outbreak Medical Ward 2 at the Western Isles Hospital has now reopened to admissions following an outbreak of Norovirus. Restrictions on visiting the ward have been lifted. Read more at: wihb.scot.nhs.uk/medical-war…

Breast Cancer Awareness month: If you notice changes, your GP may monitor, refer, or reassure you. Early checks matter! See how to check your breasts: self-checkout.coppafeel.org/

Work starts on dedicated space for families following baby loss Read the article at: wihb.scot.nhs.uk/work-starts…

Breast Cancer Awareness month Do you know what to be aware off and how to check your breasts? Coppafeel have an animated demonstration: self-checkout.coppafeel.org/

youtube.com/watch?v=e3t93_2z… Your local Integrated Front Door (IFD) service provides hospital-level urgent assessment, treatment and support to patients safely within their own home. Find out more by watching our short-film.

WAVE OF LIGHT REMEMBERANCE EVENT 📅 Thursday 15th October 📍 Croft Room, Caladh Inn ⏲️ 6:30 Join us to light a candle at at 7pm to remember all little lives of babies gone too soon.

New term, new connections? Sexual health services in Scotland are free, confidential, and inclusive. Get advice, contraception, and STI testing. Find your nearest clinic: nhsinform.scot/scotlands-ser…

Most children and young people are given the flu vaccine as a nasal spray into each nostril. It’s quick and easy. There’s no need to sniff or inhale the vaccine, it’ll just feel like a tickle in their nose. Find out more at nhsinform.scot/childflu #WeeScoosh

Temporary change to opening hours at Daliburgh Branch Surgery from Monday 12th October Read the article at: wihb.scot.nhs.uk/temporary-c…