The service, initially launched for visitors, has been extended to include all residents registered with North Uist, Benbecula, and South Uist Medical Practices who require urgent, same-day medical attention and cannot attend their usual GP practice. The Walk-In Service is situated within Ospadal Uibhist agus Bharraigh in Balivanich, Benbecula, operating from Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:45pm.
It offers GP-level care for a range of urgent, non-emergency conditions such as new pain or fever, throat, ear and chest infections, urinary symptoms, skin conditions and rashes, stomach or bowel problems, muscle and joint pain, and urgent women’s health issues.
The service is specifically for urgent, same-day issues and does not cover ongoing care for long-term conditions, repeat prescriptions (except emergency arrangements for visitors), mental health care, fit notes, vaccinations, dental care, or routine referrals.
“"The expansion of the Walk-In Service means residents across Uist now have another option for accessing urgent, same-day care when they are unable to attend their usual GP practice. This service can help us to ensure patients receive appropriate treatment as quickly as possible wile easing pressure on other healthcare services."
For further information, residents can visit the NHS Western Isles website.
