£35,000 proposal for Floating Bridge generators welcomed, but replacement progress lacks speed argues councillor
Wightlink’s vehicle ferries diverted via Portsmouth International Port for week-long terminal works (updated)
19, February 2025·1 min readIsle of Wight NHS Trust relocates blood testing department at St Mary’s HospitalEnhanced privacy and a sensory room are among the benefits of the blood testing department's relocation
14, February 2025·4 min readCardiac arrest survivor Laura Summers highlights importance of CPR training and defibrillator accessThis Valentine’s Day, Isle of Wight Ambulance Service highlights the importance of CPR knowledge and defibrillator access
14, February 2025·2 min readNational Apprenticeship Week highlights diverse opportunities in Isle of Wight NHSNational Apprenticeship Week showcases Isle of Wight NHS Trust’s commitment to developing future healthcare talent
12, February 2025·2 min readNHS urges residents to use NHS 111 and pharmacies for minor health issuesResidents are encouraged to use NHS 111 and pharmacies for minor health concerns amidst high demand
22, January 2025·1 min readShare your cancer treatment experience in the National Cancer Patient Experience SurveyCancer patients treated from April to June 2024 invited to share their experiences
22, January 2025·1 min readOver £27,000 donated to St Mary’s Hospital in 2024 by Friends of St Mary’sFriends of St Mary’s Hospital thank the community for outstanding support and contributions
31, December 2024·3 min readIslanders urged to get vaccinated for flu and covid at local NHS clinics (updated)NHS urges Islanders to vaccinate against flu and covid amid rising emergency visits
11, December 2024·2 min readJenni Douglas-Todd to chair Isle of Wight and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS TrustsJenni Douglas-Todd to spearhead joint vision for Isle of Wight and Portsmouth NHS Trusts
2, December 2024·2 min readOver 7,000 flu and Covid jabs given at St Mary’s as winter approachesSt Mary’s offers Covid and flu jabs to combat winter respiratory illnesses
19, November 2024·1 min readSt Mary’s Hospital launches virtual tour of Special Care Baby Unit for Island familiesInsightful online tour of St Mary’s Hospital Special Care Baby Unit launched to support Isle of Wight families
11, November 2024·2 min readOver 900 participate in successful seminar-style Women’s Health eventVirtual Women’s Health event educates and empowers, reaching 900+ ahead of Menopause Day
4, November 2024·4 min readSt Mary’s Hospital unveils new Community Diagnostic Centre for Isle of Wight residentsNew facility promises quicker diagnoses for cancer, stroke and heart conditions on the Isle of Wight