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In order to reduce the potential spread of Covid-19, all GP Practices in Orkney now also have a virtual clinic option to enable some consultations to be held through an online video call.
In addition, many of the outpatient and other services provided from our Balfour facility also have this virtual clinic option.
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Find out more about NHS Orkney's 2023/24 Winter plans here.
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. Please familiarise yourself with the different areas of care at the link below.
NHS InformCoronavirus (COVID-19)
Most people no longer need to take a coronavirus test. To prevent the spread of infection, you should try to stay at home if unwell. Testing is still available to specific groups.
Coronavirus, and other respiratory infections such as flu, can spread easily and cause serious illness in some people. Vaccinations are very effective at preventing serious illness from coronavirus. But there's still a chance you might catch coronavirus, or another respiratory infection, and pass it on to other people.
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Flu and Covid Vaccination Programme – Winter – Update February 2024 - Drop In Sessions
We are continuing to vaccinate against both Flu and Covid, recognising both can be serious, even for healthy people. If you are eligible for vaccination and have missed your appointment, or you are a household contact or carer and haven’t yet had your vaccine, please come along to one of the drop-in clinics detailed on the link below. You can also find information on our Vaccination Programme page.
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Team Orkney Award Shortlist Announced!
Have you had a chance to look at the shortlist for the Team Orkney Awards? Join us in congratulating our colleagues!
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Find out more about our latest recruitment campaignNHS Orkney Vaccination Programme
Please visit our NHS Orkney Vaccination Programme page where you can find up to date information about our vaccination programme.
Including information about the Autumn/Winter Vaccination Programme.
Read more detailsHave a say on our future Corporate Strategy
We’re developing our future Strategy, and we want to listen to the views and feedback from our patients and local community so it’s shaped by you, for you.
Central to our journey of improvement and next chapter is developing a 2024-2028 Corporate Strategy and with this a new vision, set of values and strategic objectives that reflect NHS Orkney now and where we want to get to in the future.
Read more detailsEmergency Department
Know who to turn to
When you are ill, injured or have a long term medical condition - Know who to turn to all year round.
Know who to turn toChildren's Rights
We want to recognise, respect and promote children’s rights. These include rights to be treated fairly, to be heard and to be as healthy as possible.
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