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The Coronavirus pandemic hit the shores of the UK in February 2020.

The first case was confirmed on the Isle of Wight on 7th March 2020, with the second confirmed case a week later.

Below are some articles relating to the Coronavirus (Covid-19/C19) outbreak.

6, April 2022·2 min read

‘Please think about our vulnerable Islanders’ and help protect them from Covid-19, says health chief

The Director of Public Health for the Isle of Wight reminds residents and visitors that the pandemic is not over and we should all continue to follow public health guidance to protect ourselves and others

Sign on door at entrance of building showing hands being washed

1, April 2022·3 min read

Weekly update of Isle of Wight Covid-19 figures: Positive tests, age breakdowns, deaths and hospitalisations

News OnTheWight shares the weekly roundup of positive Covid-19 tests with age breakdowns, deaths, vaccinations, as well as hospital admissions on the Isle of Wight

31, March 2022·3 min read

Isle of Wight Covid test centre closes and end of free lateral flow tests

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust explains how to remain safe now the test centre is closed and free lateral flow tests are only available for certain groups of people

28, March 2022·2 min read

Lateral flow tests: No current plans by Isle of Wight Council to offer free tests from April

News OnTheWight speaks to the Cabinet member about Portsmouth City Council's plans to offer free lateral flow tests until June

up and down arrow sculpture in the woods

25, March 2022·3 min read

Weekly update of Isle of Wight Covid-19 figures: Positive tests, age breakdowns, deaths and hospitalisations

News OnTheWight shares the weekly roundup of positive Covid-19 tests with age breakdowns, deaths, vaccinations, as well as hospital admissions on the Isle of Wight

24, March 2022·1 min read

Where to get Lateral Flow Tests if you live on the Isle of Wight and why the guidance on testing has changed

Here's where you can pick up free Lateral Flow Tests, and why the Government guidance has changed on when you need to test

24, March 2022·1 min read

Letter: Why can’t we get Lateral Flow Tests delivered to Isle of Wight addresses?

This reader shares an open letter to Isle of Wight MP, Bob Seely, asking why Lateral Flow Tests are not available for delivery to the Island

21, March 2022·1 min read

Isle of Wight spring Covid booster walk-ins offered at Riverside Centre today (updated)

If you are over 75 you'll be invited by the NHS to book your spring booster. Riverside Centre is offering walk-ins today. Detail within

illustation of person having covid-19 test by United Nations

18, March 2022·3 min read

Weekly update of Isle of Wight Covid-19 figures: Positive tests, age breakdowns, deaths and hospitalisations (updated)

News OnTheWight shares the weekly roundup of positive Covid-19 tests with age breakdowns, deaths, vaccinations, as well as hospital admissions on the Isle of Wight

15, March 2022·2 min read

Health boss raises concerns over rise in Covid infections and hospital admissions

Isle of Wight NHS Trust say they are seeing a big increase in patients with Covid and remind Islanders about Covid safety, prevention and precaution as opposed to treatment after catching the virus

15, March 2022·3 min read

‘Covid-19 has shone an important spotlight on mental health and wellbeing’ says Health chief, as third annual report published

The Island's approach to mental health and well being was highlighted by the Covid pandemic. Simon Bryant explains more in his third annual report

Covid-19 letters from typewriter by United Nations

1, March 2022·3 min read

Weekly update of Isle of Wight Covid-19 figures: Positive tests, age breakdowns, deaths and hospitalisations

News OnTheWight shares the weekly roundup of positive Covid-19 tests with age breakdowns, deaths, vaccinations, as well as hospital admissions on the Isle of Wight

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