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People across Hampshire and Isle of Wight are being urged to take extra care during a further spell of hot weather after the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued an Amber Heat-Health Alert for the South-East of England from 9am on Wednesday 8 July until 9pm on Sunday 12 July.

A young patient has become the first to experience a Harvey's Lab Tour at St Mary's Hospital - an interactive programme designed to help children understand the science behind their diagnosis and treatment.

Isle of Wight NHS Trust Charity is inviting people of all ages to lace up their trainers and take part in its Fancy Dress 3K Fun Run this summer as part of the inaugural Wight Games Festival, which is raising funds for three local charities. The festival is supporting Isle of Wight NHS Trust Charity, Mountbatten Isle of Wight, and Independent Arts.

The Phlebotomy team at Isle of Wight NHS Trust has been recognised for its outstanding support for people with learning disabilities after being awarded national accreditation.

Heat-related illness can affect anyone, and over the past week we have seen a high number of people attending urgent and emergency services in need of care. While anyone can become unwell, the risk of serious illness in high temperatures is greater for older people, babies, young children, and those living with conditions such as diabetes, dementia, and heart disease.

Heatwave health advice to help people stay safe and well in the hot weather. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Met Office have issued red Heat-Health Alerts for London and the South East, alongside amber Extreme Heat Warnings, as temperatures are forecast to rise into the high 30s and could approach 40°C in some areas later this week.

The Friends of St Mary's Hospital is marking the end of an era as Lesley Myland steps down as Chair after 12 years of dedicated service and leadership.