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13 February 2026
It can be difficult to imagine how hard it is to receive a call saying that a loved one has had a cardiac arrest or you need to give Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) while waiting for an ambulance to arrive. The impact it has on those who survive cardiac arrest shouldn’t be underestimated, and thanks to a national grant and the staff at Isle of Wight Ambulance Service, the experience of those living it is set to improve.
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10 February 2026
We are pleased to invite you to a special event celebrating the incredible work being done for our armed forces community. This event will take place on Tuesday, 17 February, at St Mary’s Hospital, from 11 am to 2 pm, and is open to all Islanders and staff.
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10 February 2026
Isle of Wight NHS Trust has launched its Delivering Excellence Awards 2026, inviting patients, families and members of the public to recognise the individuals and teams who make an exceptional difference every day.
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23 January 2026
Our hospital has launched a digital project that is transforming how pressure injuries are recorded, reviewed and treated across hospital wards, improving patient safety while saving valuable clinical time.
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21 January 2026
Genomics England, in partnership with NHS England, is leading the Generation Study. A major national programme aiming to screen up to 100,000 newborns across England for over 200 rare conditions.
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9 January 2026
Following a successful £6.2m bid to extend the Community Diagnostic Centre(CDC) at St Mary’s Hospital, we are delighted to announce the start of building work to expand the CDC and create a dedicated breast care facility.
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8 January 2026
We are seeing cases of norovirus, flu and other respiratory illnesses, so need your help to reduce the spread of infection within our services.
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6 January 2026
Island residents are invited to take a step towards better health this January by attending a free Health and Wellbeing Clinic at a community venue near them.
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15 December 2025
The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced that industrial action by resident doctors will take place across England from 7am on Wednesday 17 December 2025 until 7am on Monday 22 December.
Choose the right NHS service for your needs
Our urgent and emergency care services are currently very busy.
The Emergency Department (ED) is for serious and life-threatening conditions. We prioritise patients based on clinical need, meaning those who are most seriously ill or injured will be treated first.
If you have a serious or life-threatening emergency, please attend the ED or call 999. If your condition is not urgent, you may face a lengthy wait.
Choosing the right NHS service can help you get the care you need more quickly and ensures our emergency teams are available for those who need them most.
Local pharmacy
Pharmacists can provide expert advice and treatment for many common conditions, including coughs, colds, sore throats, earache, minor skin problems and more.
NHS 111 online
Get advice for a wide range of health concerns and be directed to the most appropriate service. Visit NHS 111 online
Urgent Treatment Centre
For urgent medical issues that need attention quickly but are not life-threatening, including minor injuries and illnesses.
Healthier Together
Find trusted advice and guidance for children, young people and pregnancy-related concerns, helping you decide what care is needed and when. Visit Healthier Together
For further advice, visit our Know Where To Go webpage
