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ME/CFS is a cruel condition that affects more than 550 Isle of Wight residents. Ted explains why it's so important to help raise awareness for ME/CFS
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Below are Isle of Wight stories relating to health, wellbeing and social care.
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The latest Annual Report from the Isle of Wight's Director of Public Health says a new priority will address inequalities in mental health and wellbeing
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The Dementia Navigators will act as a point of contact for people awaiting a dementia assessment and help to support people after their diagnosis
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Concessions will remain in place and car parking charges will stay at 2020 prices
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Family Assist Solent is available to Isle of Wight families, and provides key pieces of information by e-mail at the relevant stages throughout pregnancy and the different development stages of a child's life
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Taking over three floors of the building, the aim is for mental health services to become more accessible as demand grows
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One incident yesterday in Ventnor saw customers locked into Boots due to the abuse staff were receiving
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News OnTheWight shares the weekly roundup of deaths, vaccinations, hospital admissions and positive Covid-19 tests with age breakdowns on the Isle of Wight
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With 120 nursing vacancies on the programme will widen access and boost the skills shortage by providing crucial training and employment
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The public event takes place on 24th May, is free to attend, but you must register in advance
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The latest figures from NHS England show more than 1,000 extra people visited the Isle of Wight’s emergency departments in March 2022, compared to the same month in 2021
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The event brings an opportunity to see the variety of support and resources available on the Isle of Wight to help support good mental health
