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Plan ahead for healthcare needs during the May bank holiday and half term break
Families heading into the half term and late May bank holiday weekend are being encouraged to check which healthcare services are available locally before travelling or seeking treatment.
NHS seeks public views on future urgent care services
The NHS is seeking people’s views and experiences to help shape how urgent care services such as GP out-of-hours services, night nursing services and urgent treatment centres are delivered.
Get the right care in the right place for this Early May bank holiday
Many pharmacies across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight will be open and ready to help over the Early May Bank Holiday weekend (Saturday 2 May – Monday 4 May 2026).
Spring COVID-19 vaccination campaign launches across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
The NHS in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has today launched this year’s spring COVID-19 vaccination campaign offering vital protection to those most at risk from the virus.
Residents urged to order repeat prescriptions and check pharmacy opening times ahead of Easter bank holiday
Residents across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are being urged to order any repeat prescription medication in good time and check local pharmacy opening hours ahead of the Easter bank holiday weekend.
Record GP appointments delivered across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight as access improves with support of teams of specialists
People across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are seeing improved access to their local GP practice, with figures showing record numbers of appointments taking place each month.
New NHS dental care practices open on the Isle of Wight delivering an additional 42,000 appointments
Residents on the Isle of Wight will now have improved access to routine and urgent NHS dental care as two new NHS dental practices open on the island. Dental provider Dentistry For You, is working with NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight to provide 21,000 routine urgent dental appointments as part of a national programme to support patients who need emergency treatments.
Share your experience of using your local pharmacy in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
Residents across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are being encouraged to share their experiences of using local community pharmacies for common health issues.
Lymington Urgent Treatment Centre is closed today (Wednesday February 18) due there being no water or heating on site
If you’re unsure what service to use visit 111 online or call 111 for advice and the team will get you to the right help
System-wide major incident moves to recovery stage following fire at Southampton General Hospital
On the morning of Sunday 1 February a fire broke out in the west wing of Southampton General Hospital. Thanks to the swift response of emergency services and hospital staff, the fire was put out and patients moved to safety.
