This week is World Suicide Prevention Week. Suicide can be a difficult topic to talk about but it is really important to start the conversation. Below is a video with advice for on how to start a conversation if you are worried about your friends: youtube.com/watch?v=Vhgw3I…

Yesterday (8th September 2024) marked World Physiotherapy Day. We’d like to say a big thank you to all our physiotherapists in the Western Isles for their hard work and dedication to patients who are affected by injury, illness or disability/ #WorldPhysiotherapyDay2024

“It’s so important to keep being yourself and do the things you’ve always done together.” Irene lives with dementia and staying socially active has helped her continue to lead a fulfilling life. Find out more - nhsinform.scot/RethinkDementia

Take action on climate change. OH-COP1, the largest climate conference ever held in the Outer Hebrides, is being held to to discuss the climate challenges faced by our island communities and commit to change tickets available at lanntair.com/events/event/o… #OHCOP1 #ClimateAction

📢 TODAY AT 12 NOON... BUGGY BUDDIES! Come and join today's Buggy Buddies, the free weekly local buggy walking group open to parents and carers of babies and toddlers in buggies, prams or carriers. Meet at Porter's Lodge, Stornoway, each Tuesday at 12 noon.

Start a conversation. #suicideprevention

NHS Western Isles is currently undertaking a health needs assessment. This is a project that aims to gain an understanding of the health and wellbeing challenges of the community in the Western Isles. All responses are anonymous. forms.office.com/e/4dJnhExsN9 Open until 25/9/24

I'm standing with @SamaritansCharity this #WorldSuicidePreventionDay 💚 Only 45% of people are comfortable talking about suicidal thoughts - it's time we change that. Find out more about how you can be part of this change 👉 bit.ly/34sfcMK

The Outer Hebrides Alcohol & Drug Partnership are promoting FASD Awareness Day. If you want to know why it’s best to avoid alcohol during pregnancy or when trying for a baby? Visit nhsinform.scot/ready-steady-b… #FASDAwareness #FASDMonth #FASDGiveMe5 National FASD

The theme of World Suicide Prevention Week this year is Changing The Narrative. The language around suicide has changed a lot in recent year, below is a poster explaining these changes and why it is important for the language around suicide to be different.

The Outer Hebrides Alcohol & Drug Partnership are promoting FASD Awareness Day. For more information about the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Scotland Hub and the support they offer visit adoptionuk.org/Pages/FAQs/Sit… #FASDAwareness #FASDMonth #FASDGiveMe5

NHS Western Isles encourages people to start the conversation about suicide and mental health this Suicide Prevention Week Read the full article at: wihb.scot.nhs.uk/nhs-western-is…

We are delighted to share the first edition of our newly developed newsletter for the local community. The intention of this newsletter is to update you on some of the news, developments and updates from your local health service. View our summer issue: wihb.scot.nhs.uk/wp-content/upl…

Burning, stinging, painful? If you have these symptoms when you pee it could be cystitis. You can get advice and treatment directly from the pharmacist through the Pharmacy First Scotland service. Find out more 🔗 nhsinform.scot/campaigns/wome… #WomensHealth #PharmacyFirst

As part of Suicide Prevention Awareness Week activities in September, 'Leave A Light On' Services are being held for those who have been lost or those who have been touched by a loss. All are welcome to attend, and services are open to anyone, regardless of faith or no faith.

Listening is key when talking about suicide. Samaritans wants to encourage people to listen to the important things and devote some time and attention to being better listeners.

The Outer Hebrides Alcohol & Drug Partnership are promoting FASD Awareness Day. If starting a family isn’t for you right now there are many options out there. Find out more about contraception here nhsinform.scot/healthy-living… #FASDAwareness #FASDMonth #FASDGiveMe5

Diabetic Retinopathy 👁️ If you're living with diabetes, do not miss your annual eye screening appointment. If you haven't been invited for your retinopathy screening, speak to your GP or healthcare team.

Vaccination will be offered to those at high risk of serious illness from flu and COVID-19. If you’re eligible, you’ll be contacted with information about your appointment. For more information about the vaccine and eligibility, visit nhsinform.scot/wintervaccines #WinterVaccinesScot

A hospital is the right place for medical checks and treatment, but it is not the best environment to recover once you are clinically fit. For more information on Home First, visit nhsinform.scot/home-first #HomeFirst #RightCareRightPlace #RecoverAtHome