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Sister Lucy from Appley Ward praised the student nurses who she said have been "a fantastic asset and are going to make excellent nurses"
Coronavirus
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.
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The latest advice from the Government is to keep washing your hands regularly, wear a face covering over your nose and mouth in enclosed spaces and stay at least a metre away from people not in your household
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The manager of Healthwatch says this is a "really positive result for people on the Island" and is something they have been recommending to health services
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Councillor Lilley says residents need to start standing up and saying no to large scale developments that "destroy our green fields and farming"
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This reader asks whether the ‘Coronapreneurs’ hold the key to saving the Island’s economy and if so, what is their secret
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A number of settings now won't reopen tomorrow as planned, nor will wedding receptions of up to 30 people be permitted in latest announcement from the Prime Minister. Details within
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The number has risen only slightly in the last month. Details of latest numbers within
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The Isle of Wight Council has pledged to continue its work in supporting around 6,000 residents who are currently shielded or isolated, so they can begin the transition to become self-dependent again with confidence
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The death was recorded in an Isle of Wight care home in the week up to 17th July. Details within
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The action cards provide specific advice on the issues each type of organisation may face now lockdown restrictions have been eased
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The statement has been jointly issued by the Isle of Wight council, Wightlink, Red Funnel and Hovertravel. Details within
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New posters for shops and cards for those who are finding the new situations of the Covid-19 crisis challenging are being trialled on the Isle of Wight. Details within
