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25 June 2025
Earlier this month, Isle of Wight Ambulance Service (IWAS) began recruiting patients for the Spinal Immobilisation Study (SIS), a multi-site randomised clinical trial that aims to recruit over 2000 patients nationally.
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18 June 2025
Temperatures are set to reach highs of 25 degrees across the Isle of Wight over the next few days as the population is also set to increase with the Isle of Wight Festival taking place from 19 to 22 June.
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12 June 2025
In a major leap forward for healthcare cyber security, the Isle of Wight NHS Trust (IWT) has successfully completed the implementation of an advanced management system designed to protect critical Internet of Things (IoT), Operational Technology (OT) and medical devices connected to hospital networks.
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29 May 2025
Isle of Wight Ambulance Service (IWAS) hosted Helen Vine, Assistant Director from the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives (AACE) to see some of the fantastic work taking place by our teams and hear more about the unique challenges faced by operating on an Island.
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27 May 2025
Since opening its doors six months ago, staff working in our Outpatient and Community Diagnostic Centre at St Mary’s Hospital have delivered almost 55,000 appointments and tests to support improved diagnostic care for islanders - that's 420 patients a day!
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21 May 2025
People with urgent but non-life-threatening medical needs are encouraged to use NHS 111 online to get quick advice
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16 May 2025
Isle of Wight NHS Trust is piloting a new service to support patients experiencing postmenopausal bleeding following Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). The service offers faster, more efficient testing with the aim of reducing unnecessary invasive procedures.
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14 May 2025
Last week, huge crowds gathered in London to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day and amongst those participating in the day’s events was a paramedic from Isle of Wight Ambulance Service.
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12 May 2025
This International Nurses Day, we are proud to celebrate the incredible dedication, skill, and compassion of all nursing colleagues.
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
