Health and Social Care News
Gemma’s kind gesture brings cheer to Children’s Ward
A schoolgirl from Douglas has captured the true spirit of Christmas with a donation to Noble's Hospital – and discovered that giving can be just as much fun as...
Tuesday, 18 December 2018
Awards event showcases breadth of DHSC talent
Photo credit Matt Mosur Photography
More than 150 newly qualified staff from the Department of Health and Social Care have been saluted for their...
Monday, 3 December 2018
New formulary widens choice for wound treatment
The first update of the Island’s Wound Formulary for three years will provide doctors, nurses and healthcare staff with a wide range of modern, effective...
Monday, 3 December 2018
Poignant service offers comfort for bereaved families
A special service of remembrance between Christmas and New Year aims to offer comfort and support to Island families who have lost babies to miscarriage or...
Friday, 30 November 2018
2018 festive safety campaign launched #DrinkSafeIOM
Motivating people to drink responsibly and stay safe during the Christmas and new year party season is at the heart of the 2018 #DrinkSafeIOM campaign which is...
Monday, 26 November 2018
Day highlights message it’s never too late to act on lung condition
It’s never too early to recognise the signs of the debilitating lung condition COPD – or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease – and never too late to do...
Monday, 19 November 2018
Island landmarks lit for event to focus on premature births
Two of the Island's best-known landmarks – the Tower of Refuge in Douglas Bay and Pulrose Power Station - will be bathed in purple this Saturday (17 Nov) to...
Friday, 16 November 2018
Event puts staff wellbeing at top of agenda
Channel 4’s Sleep Geek James Wilson will be on the Island later this month to speak at a special conference flying the flag for staff wellbeing across the...
Wednesday, 7 November 2018
Public Notice: Access to EpiPens - revised advice as shortage eases
Fresh advice has been issued to health professionals on dispensing EpiPens and other brands of pre-loaded 150 microgram adrenaline injectors. It comes from the...
Wednesday, 7 November 2018
New Pod facility for young adults opens at Noble’s
Celebrations and a special ceremony will mark the opening of a brand new facility for teenagers and young adults with long-term health needs at Noble’s Hospital...
Tuesday, 6 November 2018