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If you are interested in news from the Isle of Wight NHS, this is the place to find it. We cover details of policy, staffing, medical interest and more.

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Below are Isle of Wight stories relating to health, wellbeing and social care.

13, February 2021·3 min read

George’s beard shaving challenge raises over £8,500 for children’s cancer charity

Incredible community spirit on the Isle of Wight means £8,500 has been raised in two days to support children and young people with cancer. Read how it happened

10, June 2020·2 min read

Get behind Isle of Wight zoos and sanctuaries, says MP

Bob Seely hopes Islanders will get behind the Isle of Wight Zoo and other attractions and help to keep them going

28, June 2010·1 min read

Get Your Tickets For Gracie-May Fundraiser

Help support Gracie May while having a god night out

16, June 2011·1 min read

Gill Kennett Awarded MBE

Congratulations to all four Islanders who were nominated for the Queens Birthday Honours List at the weekend

3, May 2012·2 min read

Gingernut Biscuits Auctioned For Ellen MacArthur Trust

Well done to all involved in the Ellen MacArthur Trust auction that raised over £30,000 for the charity that helps children with cancer.

2, January 2018·1 min read

Girls lead the way for New Year Isle of Wight babies

Congratulations to the parents of the first two new babies of 2018 born on the Isle of Wight.

14, June 2010·1 min read

Give Blood and Help Save A Life

Help save or improve lives by giving blood

23, February 2012·1 min read

Give Blood And Save A Life

Every blood donation could help save up to three lives. A little of your time could result in a lifetime for someone else. Details of all sessions across the Island in Events On The Wight.