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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Walk-in clinics are now being held for anyone eligible for Covid and flu vaccines this winter
Clinics will be at the Grantfield Vaccination Centre (this is in the Toll Clock car park, behind Bolts Garage. The entrance is clearly signposted, via the side door and not the SIC reception entrance).
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Autumn/winter vaccination programme update - walk-in clinics ahead of the festive period
The autumn/winter vaccination programme has been running since early September and will continue into December.
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NHS Shetland – First reports of seasonal vomiting and diarrhoea reported
NHS Shetland has received the first reports of seasonal vomiting and diarrhoea and would like to remind members of the community of the ways to minimise the risk of catching gastro-intestinal illnesses such as norovirus or rotavirus which can spread quickly and easily, particularly between children.
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New Bereavement Suite opens at Gilbert Bain Hospital
A new bereavement suite for parents who have suffered an early pregnancy loss such as miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy has officially opened today, Monday 20 November at the Gilbert Bain Hospital.
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Lerwick Town Hall to light up for Blue Wednesday
Joining the Oral Health Improvement team this year in raising awareness of mouth cancer and the importance of being mouth aware is the Shetland Islands Council (SIC).
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NHS Shetland’s Annual Review and In-Person Public Engagement Session – All welcome
NHS Shetland’s Annual Review will be taking place on Monday 27 November from 6pm-7.30pm via Microsoft Teams and all are welcome to attend.
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November is Mouth Cancer Action Month
NHS Shetland Public Dental Service is aiming to raise awareness and encourage everyone aged 16 and over in Shetland to be Mouth Aware.
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Outreach vaccination clinics supported by the Scottish Ambulance Service
This year, the Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) supported Scottish Health Boards with outreach clinics as part of the vaccination programme. NHS Shetland was fortunate enough to feature on the list, which enabled the vaccination team to offer additional vaccination sessions earlier this month.
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Flu and Covid Vaccination Programme Update
People aged 65 – 74 and those aged under 50 in at risk groups
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Levenwick Medical Practice
Levenwick Medical Practice to become an NHS Shetland salaried practice as of Sunday 1st October 2023