Health and Social Care News
Penultimate healthcare review published
The latest external review of the Island’s health services has been published.
A team from the West Midlands Quality Review Service (WMQRS) inspected a number...
Thursday, 8 February 2018
Department moves to appoint new NHS dentists
The Department has confirmed it is seeking to commission a new NHS dental provider, following the termination of its contract with Ravat and Ray from 31st March...
Wednesday, 7 February 2018
Support available for people affected by closure of Jack Frost
The Department of Health and Social Care is committed to supporting all those receiving a meal delivery service from Jack Frost, which has announced it is to...
Friday, 2 February 2018
Graduates supported in developing careers with Pathology Department
The Pathology Department at Noble’s Hospital is successfully attracting graduates to return to Manx shores and enabling them to develop their careers close to...
Wednesday, 24 January 2018
Equipment store plays vital role in supporting people
Equipment issued by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) to aid rehabilitation and reablement must be returned and reused wherever possible.
Many...
Tuesday, 23 January 2018
Feedback sought over Island’s stop smoking services
Services designed to help people stop smoking are under review – and feedback is being sought to help plan for the future.
The Public Health Directorate wants...
Monday, 22 January 2018
Over 300 responses to DHSC consultations
A summary of responses to two Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) public consultations has been published today.
The DHSC asked for views on a charter...
Tuesday, 16 January 2018
Public support will inform Active Travel plans
An Action Plan is being drawn up by the Isle of Man Government to encourage more people to be physically active as part of their daily routine.
Work to promote...
Tuesday, 9 January 2018
David Ashford MHK appointed as Minister for Health and Social Care
Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK has today announced the appointment of David Ashford MHK as Minister for Health and Social Care.
Mr Ashford, who was elected...
Monday, 8 January 2018
DHSC to seek Tynwald approval for additional funding
The Department of Health and Social Care is to seek the approval of Tynwald, at its January sitting, for additional funding of up to £9.5 million for the...
Thursday, 4 January 2018
