In July 2020, the six Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) covering Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Southampton formally agreed that they want to merge to form a new commissioning organisation.
The Integrated Mental Health Hub has been so successful in the last few months that the Isle of Wight NHS Trust Mental Health Services are really pleased it will continue for Island residents.
As we approach the August bank holiday, people are being reminded to ensure they order their repeat prescriptions in good time.
Patients have given Isle of Wight GP practices the thumbs-up for services they provide – with many results exceeding the national average.
The coronavirus (Covid-19) testing facility on the Isle of Wight is due to move from its current location to Newclose County Cricket Club.
Most people will now be able have a blood test which their GP has asked for within their own practice, bringing the service closer to home and reducing the need to travel.
A project to support island GP practices identify and support patients who are at risk of harm or abuse and in need of safeguarding, has been nominated for a national award.
Wheelchair users have helped shape a new service which will start on the Isle of Wight next year.
A safe haven to provide children and young people with mental health support on the island has updated its opening times and ways to access the service.
Each CCG across England is required to meet the Mental Health Investment Standard (MHIS). This means that CCGs should increase investment in mental health services at a faster rate than their overall increase in funding allocation each year.
An LGBTQ+ support service on the island will remain open thanks to funding from NHS Isle of Wight Clinical Commissioning Group.
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care System has published the statement below in response to the Black Lives Matter campaign which we wholeheartedly support.
Covid-19 tests are now available to anyone aged five or over who has coronavirus symptoms.
This year Mental Health Awareness Week brings a host of unique issues and it’s natural that some people might be struggling.
Doctors are urging people to remember that NHS services are still there for them over the long bank holiday weekend, whatever their need.
A website that brings together a wide range of local and national resources to help Islanders manage mental health issues has been launched by NHS Isle of Wight Clinical Commissioning Group.
While we are all staying at home it can be difficult to know what to do if you need medical help or advice, but local doctors want to remind you that there are a range of services and support available.
Isle of Wight residents will be the first to be offered access to a new contact tracing app, as part of Government action to test, track and trace to minimise the spread of covid-19 and move towards safely reducing lockdown measures.
A Freephone mental health crisis helpline for children and young people across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has been launched today.
After an unprecedented joint effort to ensure health and care services can respond to the coronavirus pandemic, the message is: if you need medical help – of any kind – the NHS is here to help you.
During the COVID-19 pandemic all routine NHS and private dentistry has stopped. The NHS is continuing to provide urgent and emergency dental care. This will be available to both NHS and private patients.
A mobile coronavirus testing facility is due to open on the Isle of Wight to increase testing for hundreds more key workers.
Leading Hampshire and Isle of Wight mental health charity Solent Mind have launched a free helpline, available to those experiencing poor mental health or wellbeing issues as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Your NHS services are still operating to care for and treat people over this Easter holiday weekend – despite the temporary changes brought in to help tackle the Coronavirus pandemic.
NHS Isle of Wight Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) recognises that people may welcome some additional support where they may be worried or anxious about their mental wellbeing.
We know that COVID-19 (Coronavirus) will have a serious impact on the lives of women, children and men who are experiencing domestic abuse.
The single most important action we can all take, in fighting coronavirus, is to stay at home in order to protect the NHS and save lives.
Over the last couple of weeks, you are likely to have noticed a marked difference in the way things are being done in general practice as we manage Covid-19. Thank you for adapting so quickly to these new ways of working.
Blood centres are open and you can still come to give blood. They have followed government guidelines to put special safety measures in place for social distancing.
We are facing extraordinary times due to the outbreak of Coronavirus (Covid-19) and it’s important that we all heed the advice to stay safe at home. This is a crucial step we can all take to help limit the spread of the virus and keep healthy and well.
Sadly we’re already hearing of scams arising based on the coronavirus, targeting isolating elderly people. In particular, there have been instances of individuals trying to gain access to people’s homes by claiming to have come to swab test them for the virus.
As part of our regular review of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Local Resilience Forum (HIOW LRF) has now declared the Coronavirus outbreak a major incident.
We have created a new page where you can find the latest information and updates on Coronavirus.
Island of Wight residents are being encouraged to buy medication for minor health concerns directly from a local pharmacy or supermarket rather than seek a prescription first.
While many people begin to wind down and look forward to lots of food and drink, time with friends and family, and exchanging gifts, for others the festive period can be quite a lonely time.
The festive season is already upon us and it’s important to order your repeat prescriptions in time for the holidays.
The Outpatients Department in St Mary’s Hospital is on the move.
All GP practices on the island are fully linked up with the NHS App giving patients the ability to access a range of primary care services.
Every year the NHS offers free flu vaccines to anyone who might be particularly vulnerable to catching the flu, but did you know that you can also pop down to most local pharmacies and pick one up for around £10, even if you’re not in a vulnerable group?
Find out more about the transformation taking place in community mental health services by coming along to an open day.
The NHS in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight is holding a series of events across the county, to discuss plans for the future of health and care.
A date for a drop-in session for patients to ask questions about Beech Grove Surgery has been announced by NHS Isle of Wight Clinical Commissioning Group.
NHS Isle of Wight Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has received formal notification that the GPs at Brading’s only practice are to hand back their contract to provide primary care services in the town and the branch surgery at Lake.
The first merger of GP practices on the Isle of Wight took place as planned today (Tuesday October 1).
