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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Mouth Cancer Action Month 2024
In support of Mouth Cancer Action Month this November, NHS Shetland’s Public Dental Service is once again raising awareness of mouth cancer as cases in Scotland continue to rise.
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Update on NHS Shetland’s Audiology service
NHS Shetland remains committed to providing a permanent audiology service for patients.
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Senior clinician to join NHS Shetland Public Dental Service
It is with great delight that we are able to announce Dr Heather Ballantyne will be joining NHS Shetland Public Dental Service in January 2025.
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MRI scanner appeal celebration event
An event to mark the tremendous effort that went into fundraising to buy a state-of-the-art MRI scanner for Shetland was held yesterday afternoon, (Monday 7 October).
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Winter vaccinations 2024
The winter 2024 vaccination programme aims to protect those who continue to be most at-risk of severe COVID-19 and flu, to prevent severe illness, hospitalisation and death.
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NHS Shetland’s Annual Review – All welcome
NHS Shetland’s Annual Review will be taking place on Monday 30 September from 4pm-6pm via Microsoft Teams and all are welcome to attend.
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NHS Shetland Health Improvement Team: World Suicide Prevention Day
Each year, Suicide Prevention Day is observed on 10 September. Throughout this week the Health Improvement Team will be linking in with activities as well as sharing advice and resources.
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Students are urged to ensure their vaccines are up-to-date before the new semester starts
Students in Shetland are encouraged to ensure their vaccinations are up-to-date before heading off to college or university this year.
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination programme to begin
Scotland’s Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination programme is set to begin from next week. Eligible adults in Shetland will receive a letter or phone call about their appointment.
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Pneumococcal vaccination
The Vaccination Team has recently sent letters to patients who are eligible for pneumococcal vaccination and are registered at Lerwick, Levenwick, and Scalloway Health Centres.