Improving Population Health and Wellbeing
Shetland is now one of Scotland’s most popular destinations for visiting cruise ships, with numbers reaching record levels in recent years. It is great to see this industry thrive; it’s exciting, and the Shetland community has plenty to gain from Read More …
Advice from NHS Shetland’s Health Protection Team Food poisoning is one festive gift none of us want to give or receive. With busy kitchens, packed fridges and lots of shared meals over the Christmas and New Year period, it’s easy Read More …
Why is falls prevention important? Falls can happen to anyone. However having a fall when we’re your older can be scary and life changing. They aren’t an inevitable part of ageing and there are things we can do to prevent Read More …
After an unusually mild autumn, winter has finally tightened its grip. With more time spent indoors, the conditions are ripe for seasonal illnesses like colds, winter vomiting, flu, and Covid-19 to spread. Notably, flu has struck Scotland earlier than usual Read More …
Today is World AIDS Day – 1st December 2025. This annual campaign is a time to remember those we have lost to HIV and for communities to take a pledge to support those living with the condition. Let’s hear some Read More …
This November, in support of Mouth Cancer Action Month, NHS Shetland’s Public Dental Service is once again raising awareness of Mouth Cancer as cases in Scotland continue to rise. To support this year’s campaign, the Public Dental Service is also Read More …
We are pleased to announce the launch of a dedicated Women’s Health page on the Healthy Shetland website in collaboration with NHS Shetland Maternity Department. This page has been designed to support the health and wellbeing of women across Shetland Read More …
On 10th September every year, organisations and individuals from around the world get together to raise awareness around suicide prevention. Suicide Prevention Awareness Week takes place from Sunday 7th September to Saturday 13th September 2025, with Suicide Prevention Awareness Day Read More …
7–13 July 2025 marks Alcohol Awareness Week, and this year’s focus is the link between alcohol and work, and the effect alcohol can have on you as an individual and your workplace.
In recognition of Men’s Health Week we felt it was important to highlight a male perspective on this year’s theme, ‘Strategy for Men’s Health.’ We were delighted that Brian Chittick, NHS Chief Executive, took the time to share his thoughts Read More …