Covid-19 Coronavirus

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Vaccinations continue apace in 2022

Island residents are being urged to come forward for the COVID-19 jabs they’re eligible for – and start 2022 with the best protection from serious illness...
Saturday, 1 January 2022

Nelly Brennan memorial opened at Noble’s Hospital

Minister for Health and Social Care, Lawrie Hooper MHK unveiled a memorial to Nelly Brennan in a courtyard at Noble’s Hospital, Douglas.   It had been intended...
Thursday, 30 December 2021

Pregnant women strongly encouraged to get the COVID vaccine

Pregnant woman are being urged to get themselves vaccinated against COVID-19 following the publication of further evidence providing reassurance on the safety...
Friday, 17 December 2021

12 to 17 year olds vaccine clinic cancelled to further increase booster rollout

The vaccine clinic that was due to be held this weekend for 12 to17 year olds to receive a COVID vaccine is now cancelled. Instead, the clinic will be used to...
Thursday, 16 December 2021

Booster rollout ramping up ahead of Christmas

A major expansion in the Island’s rollout of booster jabs is underway. From this Saturday (18 Dec) top-up jabs will be available to all adults aged 40 and over...
Thursday, 16 December 2021

Get your COVID Pass in time for travel in the New Year

Island residents planning overseas travel in the New Year are reminded to register for their NHS COVID Pass in good time – and ensure they can fulfil all...
Thursday, 16 December 2021

Consultation will drive future of on-Island Patient Transport Service

A public consultation opens today to help shape a clear set of rules to ensure sustainable access to free, non-emergency patient transport services (NEPTS) in...
Friday, 10 December 2021

First step for online booking of COVID-19 vaccination boosters

Older adults in the Island are among the first to use a new system for booking vaccination booster jabs online, which has gone live today. The system offers...
Friday, 3 December 2021

NHS App for vaccination certificates extended to Isle of Man

Isle of Man residents can now view and show their COVID-19 vaccination status* through the NHS App, with just a few taps on their mobile phone.    The NHS App...
Wednesday, 1 December 2021

Booster vaccination rollout ramps up against new Covid variant

The COVID-19 booster vaccination programme is to be expanded in the Island to increase defences for individuals and the population against the Omicron variant,...
Tuesday, 30 November 2021
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