The health board has thanked its staff, partners and the community for their help during the winter weather. NHS Shetland said the snowy conditions meant some of its sites had needed to close early – but said staff had done everything they could to help. The board paid thanks to coastguard teams for transporting patients, council staff, Viking Energy workers and volunteers with tractors 4x4s and ploughs who have helped keep roads clear. “Another massive thank you to all the staff, including nurses, GPs, AHPs, health care support workers, social workers, social care workers, staff in estates and facilities, and many more people who have stayed close to care homes, hospital, and more to care for our patients,” it added. And with services having been running with fewer staff members, the health board has said it “may take us some time to get back up to speed” next week.

Source: The Times January 20, 2024 23:57 UTC