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Good news for those who work at and those who receive services of the Island Recovery Integrated Service (IRIS) as the contract is extended from October 2017 – 31st March 2019.
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Isle of Wight NHS Trust is celebrating after achieving Stage 1 of the Baby Friendly Initiative, which recognises excellent standards in encouraging and supporting breastfeeding.
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There is a shortage of crutches in the Isle of Wight health service. Were you given some that you don't need anymore? If so please return them asap.
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The change in operating hours is a result of staff sickness. Wishing the staff a speedy recovery.
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Service users and carers are invited to join the Mental Health Service Users and Carers forum.
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A tool which will be used by a range of local services who support people with dementia and cognitive impairment, their families and carers is being launched on the Island.
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In support of World Mental Health Day (10th October), health professionals will be available to talk about a range of support available to patients, relatives and carers about mental health.
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Our thoughts are with the family of the baby who recently passed away due to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. This timely reminder from the IW NHS is well worth sharing with any new parents you may know.
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The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is encouraging patients and their health teams to discuss hypoglycaemia (hypos) - a potentially dangerous complication of diabetes - as a part of a national awareness campaign.
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Island patients travelling across to Portsmouth for cancer treatment are now able to benefit from a dedicated bus service which will run between the Hovertravel terminal at Southsea and Portsmouth Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham.
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Dementia prevalence has increased on the Island over the last five years. This Awareness Day will help you understand the condition and provide details of support.
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The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is running a consultation on their ‘Clinical Strategy’ and are keen to hear your views.
