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In its latest state-of-the-nation report, women and GPs alike have expressed concern that progress in combatting ovarian cancer and the provision of support is not good enough
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Below are Isle of Wight stories relating to health, wellbeing and social care.
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A comprehensive review of domestic abuse and sexual assault services on the Isle of Wight will help to meet residents’ needs
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We are now in the dawn of a menopause revolution, where women are arming themselves with information in order to make the right choices to cope with any of the 45+ symptoms of hormone deficiency affecting 40 per cent of the population
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Louise Walker said, "If everyone could spare a small amount of time to learn CPR, one day it could make a big difference and save a life"
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See a roundup of the number of reported positive Covid tests, age breakdowns, hospital admissions, vaccinations and deaths on the Isle of Wight
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Many are wondering how they can give blood to help with the national shortage. Here's how to do it on the Isle of Wight
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The project will bring the total capital investment to the Isle of Wight's NHS to £75m over four years
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Wendy Perera said, "It's really important to me that should any member of Team IWC find themselves in need of support, that they can not only reach out for help, but that we can provide them with effective tools to support them"
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The Trust is responding to a high number of people needing urgent and emergency care and challenges discharging people from hospital
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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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More than £50,000 has already been awarded, with another £50,000 up for grabs for groups supporting mental wellbeing
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Parentkind’s latest collation of parent voice research highlights increasing concerns on child mental health and boosts parents’ calls for integrated support
