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The Isle of Wight Director of Public Health says that with both the flu virus and Covid-19 circulating, flu immunisation is more important than ever to reduce infections, protect each other and save lives
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From April 2020, alternative GP provision will need to be found for 4,500 patients in Brading as GPs hand in their notice.
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Proposed policy will demand developers boost Isle of Wight healthcare infrastructure when more than 20 homes are built
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Although 38 and 39-year-olds have been given appointments at the Riverside vaccination centre, when they arrived, they've been turned away
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Christine says the mood among the packed audience was one of disbelief, dismay, shock, anger and sadness after the screening and talk about the abolition of the NHS.
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The clinical lead for mental health and learning disabilities for the CCG says bringing back face-to-face support for young people facing mental health challenges – especially as we enter a second lockdown – is very welcome news
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Dr Legg from the Integrated Care Board said, “It has been great to see so many people keen to get vaccinated and we would urge everyone to remember there will be plenty of opportunities to boost your immunity ahead of winter"
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The 98-year-old who served with the RAF in WWII was the first on the Isle of Wight to receive the Covid-19 vaccine today
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The vaccinations will be carried out strictly by invitation only, so Isle of Wight residents are asked to not contact their surgeries
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Isle of Wight GPs will not be permitted to write longer prescriptions for patients in the event of a no deal Brexit and patients are being advised not to 'store additional medicines at home'.
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Those who were initially assessed for autism many months ago will be asked to complete a short questionnaire to ensure up-to-date information is used to make the right diagnosis, and provide the right support.
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A GP in Newport was the first healthcare worker to receive the Covid-19 vaccination on the Isle of Wight
