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General Surgery activity underway as part of Restoration and Recovery Programme

The first phase of General Surgery activity has taken place as part of Manx Care’s programme of work to reduce waiting lists. 26 patients have had hernia...
Friday, 23 December 2022

Public asked for their views on new vaping legislation

The public are invited to submit their views on a draft bill that will regulate the sale or supply of vaping devices and products. The consultation is now open...
Friday, 23 December 2022

'Did Not Attend' rates for November 2022

Missed appointment slots, often referred to as 'Did Not Attends' (DNAs) continue to affect GP surgeries across the Island – the DNA rates for November 2022 were...
Thursday, 22 December 2022

‘Still Treasured, Always Remembered’ service organised by Midwives at Noble’s

A service for parents who have lost a child through stillbirth or miscarriage is to be held at St. Thomas’ Church in Douglas later this month. Midwives at...
Monday, 19 December 2022

The COVID-19 Vaccination Team will be celebrating their second anniversary

The COVID-19 Vaccination Team will be celebrating their second anniversary on 4 January 2023. Since the Team first began administering the Island’s COVID...
Monday, 19 December 2022

COVID-19 Autumn booster vaccine advised for pregnant women

Manx Care is reminding members of the public that the COVID-19 Autumn booster vaccination is available to pregnant women. Manx Care is inviting pregnant women...
Friday, 25 November 2022

Prestigious Queen’s Nurse Award for Manx Care colleagues

Manx Care’s Head of Safeguarding for Children and Adults has won a prestigious Queen’s Nurse Award, and will collect her accolade at a ceremony in London on...
Friday, 25 November 2022

New IT system for Diabetes Centre

Manx Care’s Diabetes Centre will soon be moving to a new IT system, which may have a very small impact on clinics. The team will be moving to new patient IT...
Thursday, 17 November 2022

Manx appointment to Royal College of Occupational Therapists North West Board

Manx Care’s Interim Professional Lead for Occupational Therapy (OT) is undertaking additional training with the Royal College of Occupational Therapy. Once...
Thursday, 17 November 2022

Manx Care condemns abusive behaviour towards staff in health and care settings

Manx Care is condemning abusive behaviour towards health and care workers across the Island, and is asking the public to be kind to them, regardless of the...
Tuesday, 15 November 2022
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