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Top five reasons to use the NHS App
More than 62 per cent of residents in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are using the NHS App to order prescriptions, make appointments and view their test results. It is a great resource that gives residents a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services at their fingertips.
Find connection through community this loneliness awareness week
As loneliness awareness week approaches, the spotlight turns to the powerful role of finding connection within the local community. Around 1 in 4 adults in England report that they feel lonely always or most of the time.
Your GP receptionist will ensure you get seen by the right healthcare professional
GP receptionists are trained to listen and will ask you questions about your symptoms to ensure that you are booked in to see the expert healthcare professional who will provide you with the care you need.
Bridging the gap between health and social care – a new children’s home opens in Hampshire
More children and young people in Hampshire with complex behavioural, emotional and mental health needs will now be able to access the right support closer to home, thanks to an innovative new children’s home
Get the right care in the right place this bank holiday
NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight is encouraging residents to choose the right NHS service to get the care they need in the right place, first time this May bank holiday.
With NHS services expected to be busy, planning ahead and knowing your options can make all the difference.
Stroke survivor takes on 52 marathons in a year to inspire others and raise funds for charity
Ten years ago, Martyn’s world changed forever. After suffering two consecutive strokes, the second nearly took his life and left him unable to walk and talk. With the support of NHS teams across Hampshire, Martyn has made a remarkable recovery and is now looking to give back and help others going through the same challenges.
There’s only four weeks left to receive your Spring COVID-19 vaccination
If you are worrying that you have left it too late to get your free Spring COVID-19 vaccination, then don’t. If you are eligible, you have up until 17 June to book in.
Social prescribing service now well established at GP practices across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, helping connect people with their local communities
Sometimes people visit their GP practice with health issues which have non-medical causes like loneliness, anxiety, debt and unemployment. In these cases, a medical prescription is often not the best solution
Pharmacies open across Hampshire and Isle of Wight this May bank holiday
Many pharmacies across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight will be open and ready to help over the May bank holiday weekend (Saturday 3 May – Monday 5 May 2025).
Save time and money: buy your hay fever treatments over the counter
NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight is encouraging the public to consider purchasing hay fever treatments, such as antihistamines, over the counter rather than requesting a GP prescription, as it can be a quicker and cheaper option for managing common allergies such as hay fever.