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The main symptoms of coronavirus are: a cough, a high temperature and shortness of breath. Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England and other key agencies about the Coronavirus.

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Healthwatch Isle of Wight response to government announcement of £48m to redesign acute services for Isle of Wight residents

We are delighted that the government has announced that the IOW NHS Trust will be receiving £48m to improve acute services. We know that Island residents value local services and want to be treated here on the Island.

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The Dr will zoom you now

Medical appointments as we knew them have dramatically changed as a...

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Long Term Plan Report

Healthwatch England commissioned the four Local Healthwatch...

Advice and information

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Managing self-harm in children and young people

Are you worried about self-harm in a child or young person? The Isle of Wight Council have created a resource to highlight the support services that are available.

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Isle of Wight GP Practices

Are you looking to register with a GP? There are currently 20 GP surgeries across the Isle of Wight. The surgeries contact details are listed here.

12 November 2019

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What is a Primary Care Network?

Primary care is changing. You may have heard the term Primary Care Network recently and be unsure what this means. Healthwatch Isle of Wight have created a patient guide to Primary Care Networks to explain what changes this may mean for you.

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