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Pregnant women and parents of toddlers urged to book flu vaccinations from 1 September
The rollout of the winter flu vaccination campaign to protect some of the most vulnerable people in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight begins next week. The NHS 10-year health plan, which was published recently, commits to a shift from sickness to prevention and the local vaccination campaign will continue to play an important part in protecting as many vulnerable people as possible before winter viruses start to spread.

Think Pharmacy First this August bank holiday weekend
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 August bank holiday.

Portsmouth Neurodiversity Service shortlisted for the HSJ Awards 2025
NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight and Portsmouth City Council are proud to announce that The Portsmouth Neurodiversity Service has been shortlisted for the Early Intervention and Prevention for Children, Young People and Families Award at the prestigious 2025 HSJ Awards.

Primary care teams ensuring that our most vulnerable patients have access to the right health care
Our GP practices are now home to Learning Disability Care Coordinators who work with patients with learning difficulties and their families to ensure they have the access they need to local services.

Expecting a baby? You can refer yourself to NHS maternity services without needing to see your GP first
Finding out you’re pregnant is a big moment and accessing the care you need is quicker and simpler than ever. As part of the NHS 10-year plan to increase digital access, expectant parents can visit the NHS website for information on self-referring to maternity services without the need to see a GP first.

An NHS fit for the future – the 10-year health plan in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
Across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight work is already underway to deliver progress towards the Government's 10-Year Health Plan for England, such as through one-stop-shop local health centres and the introduction of Dora, an artificial intelligent telephone assistant helping to bring down waits for cataract surgery.

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).

Pharmacy opening hours across Hampshire and Isle of Wight over Easter bank holiday weekend
Residents across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are being reminded to check local pharmacy opening times ahead of the Easter bank holiday weekend, as many pharmacies will have different opening hours.

Hop to the right NHS service this Easter: Help us help you
During the Easter Holidays, it’s important to know where to go if you or a family member becomes unwell.

Life After Stroke support service launching across Hampshire and Isle of Wight from 1 April
From 1 April 2025, stroke survivors and carers across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight will have access to vital Life After Stroke support, thanks to a new funding agreement between NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight and the Stroke Association.