NHS Shetland to launch walk-in clinic pilot this week
A new walk-in clinic pilot is set to open in Lerwick this week, offering patients alternative access to urgent primary care-based help.
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Charity donates mattresses worth £15k to NHS Shetland
NHS Shetland would like to say a big thank you once again to local charity Cancer Shetland following the recent donation of 15 special mattresses that are already making a big difference to our patients.
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Flu vaccination walk-ins
Numbers of cases of flu have been rising across Scotland. Although the number of cases in Shetland is lower than in the rest of Scotland, we expect an increase in the coming weeks as people circulate more over the new year period and at local events throughout January.
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Consultant Physician and Associate Medical Director (Acute), recognised in New Year Honours List 2025
NHS Shetland’s Consultant Physician and Associate Medical Director (Acute), Dr Pauline Wilson, has been recognised in the 2025 New Year Honours list.
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Stay well during winter and the festive season
As we settle into the colder winter months, it’s important to take extra care of our health and wellbeing.
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Temporary staffing changes for the Children and Young People’s Occupational Therapy Team
Over the next six weeks, there will be temporary staffing changes in the Children and Young People’s Occupational Therapy Team, resulting in a reduced level of service. These changes are due to a combination of factors, including staff absences and the festive season.
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Update on survey work and maintenance at the Gilbert Bain Hospital
In recent months we have been thoroughly assessing the infrastructure at the Gilbert Bain Hospital and a series of detailed surveys have been carried out to evaluate the condition of the buildings.
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Follow up statement on dental provision
Following a recent press release for NHS dental patients, we would like to clarify that NHS Shetland is not responsible for the decision making of independent NHS dental providers. We are however conscious that NHS dental provision in Shetland remains extremely limited and we will continue to do all we can to support people in accessing appropriate care.
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Northern Star first anniversary
Today, Wednesday 20 November, marks the first anniversary of the opening of the Northern Star Bereavement Suite at the Gilbert Bain Hospital.
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Update for NHS dental patients
NHS Shetland became aware on 8 November 2024 of Lerwick Dental Practice's decision to deregister some of its NHS patients.
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Improving the Cancer Journey service in Shetland
Macmillan Cancer Support and NHS Shetland are working in partnership to improve the support provided to people affected by cancer, by way of the Improving the Cancer Journey service.
