NHS Shetland recognises award winners
Work done by NHS Shetland over the last year has been celebrated in a presentation today (Monday) at a virtual event. Eleven projects showcasing improvements…
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NHS raise awareness for mouth cancer campaign
Word of mouth is the key to raise awareness of cancer, according to the public dental service as they back a campaign to support Mouth…
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Over 65’s invited for winter Covid booster
NHS Shetland urge anyone over-65 that has not been contacted by phone for their Covid booster to call them at 01595 743319. They are offering…
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NHS Shetland raises concerns about two new supermarkets
NHS Shetland has asked the SIC to consider whether two new Co-op supermarkets will lead to an “overprovision” of alcohol in Scalloway and the South…
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Winter Covid booster jabs available for those over 75
People aged 75 and older can now receive their winter Covid booster jab according to NHS Shetland. Those in this age group are being contacted…
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Thousands to be invited for breast screenings
Around 3,500 women between the ages of 50-70 will be invited for a breast screening, with a mobile unit set to return to Shetland. Screenings…
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Vaccination clinic back open for 5-11-year-olds
NHS Shetland has re-opened the Gilbertson Park Games Hall as a vaccination clinic today (Thursday), with 5-11-year-olds being invited for the Covid vaccine. The health…
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Oral health leaflets sent to every household after two years of restricted services
Everyone in Shetland is to receive an oral healthcare booklet as a response to the restricted access to dental services during the pandemic.
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UPDATED: ‘Failed and neglected’ – wheelchair user criticises NHS Shetland physio department
A wheelchair user has said NHS Shetland’s physiotherapy department has “failed and neglected” him since a life-altering car crash in 2020.
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MRI scanner should be up and running by autumn 2023
NHS Shetland said it has begun the tendering process for an MRI scanner and facilities – marking another milestone in the project. The health board…
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Smokers urged to ‘quit your way’ on national No Smoking Day
The one-in-five Shetlanders who smoke have been encouraged to “quit your way” on national No Smoking Day. Anti-smoking charity Ash Scotland has urged folk to…
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Over 60 new cases
Shetland has recorded a further 61 Covid cases today (Thursday). That takes the isles seven-day total to 472 cases, according to the latest Scottish government…
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Almost 70 new Covid cases
Shetland has recorded a further 67 new Covid cases today (Wednesday). That takes the isles seven-day total to 481 cases, according to the latest Scottish…
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Cautious support for easing of Covid restrictions
Health chiefs have welcomed the Scottish government’s next steps for living with Covid as a “proportionate” response.
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