Clinical Development Fellow Dr Kirsty Brown awarded Cullen prize from Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
NHS Shetland is delighted to announce that Dr Kirsty Brown, Clinical Development Fellow, has been awarded the prestigious William Cullen Prize by the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE) in recognition of her outstanding contribution to medical education and service innovation in rural healthcare.
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Update on the Gilbert Bain Hospital repairs – Planning application submitted and proposed exterior design revealed
NHS Shetland is pleased to announce that a planning application has been submitted to facilitate the essential exterior repair works at the Gilbert Bain Hospital.
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NHS Shetland’s Annual Review – All welcome
NHS Shetland is pleased to invite members of the public to attend its Annual Review meeting on Monday 18 August, from 2pm to 3pm at Mareel, Gutters Gaet, Lerwick, ZE1 0WQ.
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Milestone event to celebrate first year of the Improving the Cancer Journey service in Shetland
The Improving the Cancer Journey (ICJ) service, delivered in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support, is celebrating its first anniversary this month with a special community event — and everyone is invited.
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GP practices and community pharmacies opening hours on Monday 14 July
Monday 14 July is a Public Holiday for NHS Shetland.
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First anniversary of the Helyer MRI Suite
Marking a significant milestone, the Helyer MRI Suite is celebrating its first anniversary, having provided advanced imaging services to 1,286 patients since opening its doors in June 2024.
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RSV Vaccine
The RSV vaccine helps protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common virus that can make babies and older adults seriously ill. It is recommended during pregnancy and for adults aged 75 to 79.
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Dental update - 19 June 2025
We are committed to improving dental provision for everyone in Shetland. NHS Shetland and Lerwick Dental Practice recently met and have agreed on actions that support moving forward together.
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Mental Health Awareness Week
NHS Shetland is proud to be supporting the Mental Health Foundation’s Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW), which is running from Monday 12 May to Sunday 18 May.
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Repair plans underway at the Gilbert Bain Hospital
Following the NHS Shetland Health Board meeting earlier today (Tuesday 29 April), approval has been granted to move forward with major repair work at the Gilbert Bain Hospital.
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Temporary staffing changes within our Podiatry Team
Over the next few weeks, there will be some temporary changes to our Podiatry Team. Unfortunately, this means that our service capacity will be reduced during this time.