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Festive Public Holiday Closures
Festive Public Holiday Closures
All GP and Dental surgeries will be closed on the festive Public Holidays – Thursday 25 and Friday 26 December 2025 and Thursday 1 and Friday 2 January 2026.
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Non-urgent advice: Website Updated

We’re pleased to announce our updated website aimed at improving accessibility and enhancing the overall user experience.

We’re currently in the process of migrating content to this new platform. While the transition is underway, some materials may still only be available on our previous site. If you’re unable to find what you need here, please visit our archive site.

If you come across any broken links, please let us know so we can address them promptly. To report a broken link, please contact us via our Contact Us page.

Latest Updates

Orkney Islands Council and NHS Orkney submit Public Sector Reform proposals to Government

Orkney’s Elected Members, NHS Orkney Board Members and Integration Joint Board all give green light to exploring closer working between organisations.

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NHS Orkney encourages visitors to wear face masks

From 15 December 2025, we strongly advise and encourage all visitors to the wards of The Balfour to please wear a face mask when visiting vulnerable loved ones. We’d also encourage those visiting other health and care facilities to consider wearing a face mask, for example in care home settings.

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Smoke Free Site Policy

Smoking tobacco and the use of vaping products (also known as vapes, electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes) is not permitted on premises or grounds owned or leased by NHS Orkney.

Vaccination Programme

Please visit our Vaccination Programme page where you can find up to date information about our 2025 vaccination programme. 
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Near Me Appointments

Near Me is a secure video consulting service that enables people to attend appointments from wherever is convenient to them. All you need is a device for making video calls like a smartphone, tablet or computer and an internet connection.

NHS Near Me

Please visit these pages to find out more about NHS Near Me consultations held through an online video call.
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Right Care Right Place

Across health and social care there are a range of services and experts available to help. They are often based locally or online to make sure accessing the care you need is convenient and timely. ↗

Emergency Department

Understand where to turn and what to expect when visiting the Emergency Department, from the moment you arrive through to receiving treatment. ↗

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