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• Mental Health Service’s Housekeeping Team ‘scrub up’ nicely 18 April 2013
  Leonard Singer MHK, Member for Mental Health ServicesFor the fourth time running, the Department of Health’s Mental Health Service Housekeeping Team has received re-validation as a centre for training and professional excellence from the British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc). [More]
• New model helps patients understand anatomy of their ear, nose and throat 28 March 2013
  The Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) team at Noble's Hospital has been able to purchase a model which details the cavities of the nose, mouth, throat and larynx, thanks to generous funding from the League of Friends of Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Youngsters and parents can now get a glimpse of Children’s Ward from home 15 March 2013
  The Department of Health has produced an online video to enable children and their parents to familiarise themselves with the Children’s Ward at Noble’s Hospital prior to a visit. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital supports Patient Safety First’s ‘Nutrition and Hydration Week’ 14 March 2013
  Between 18 and 24 March 2013, to mark the second annual Nutrition and Hydration Week, Noble’s Hospital will join ‘Patient Safety First’, a UK national agency set up to promote and support interventions to improve patient care. [More]
• Update on Hospital Norovirus Outbreak 21 February 2013
  Two wards in Noble’s Hospital (Ward 9 and Ward 20), and one which is a mental health care facility (Grianagh Court), were closed at the end of last week due to an outbreak of norovirus gastroenteritis. [More]
• Budget brings small increase in health expenditure, but rising demand means significant challenges lie ahead 19 February 2013
  The Department of Health’s revenue budget for 2013/14 shows an increase in the order of 2. [More]
• Norovirus Outbreak 14 February 2013
  hree wards at Noble’s hospital, Wards 9, 20 and Grainagh Court have had a small number of patients and staff reporting symptoms - suggestive of norovirus infection. [More]
• Everybody knows somebody - Eating Disorders are more common than you think 11 February 2013
  All this week, the Department of Health’s Mental Health Service will be holding a series of events to promote ‘Eating Disorders Awareness Week’. [More]
• Upgrade to enhance MRI scanner at Noble’s Hospital 5 February 2013
  As part of a specific rolling programme to replace or upgrade the Department of Health’s radiology equipment, the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner at Noble’s Hospital is to be converted to a more up to date model for the benefit of patients undergoing this examination. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital’s Cancer Services awarded Macmillan Quality Environment Mark 29 January 2013
  The Cancer Services Chemotherapy Suite at Noble’s has been successful in achieving the Macmillan Quality Environment Mark (MQEM). [More]
• Macmillan Cancer Information Centre at Noble’s Hospital seeking additional volunteers 24 January 2013
  The Macmillan Cancer Information Centre, based in the foyer of Noble’s Hospital, is seeing an increasing demand for its information, advice, and support services. [More]
• ‘Date’ the perfect volunteer for your organisation 23 January 2013
  The Department of Health is asking for expressions of interest for those who wish take part in one of the Island’s biggest ever volunteer recruitment events. [More]
• Review of treatment for a number of breast cancer patients at Noble’s Hospital 21 January 2013
  The Medical Director at Noble’s Hospital, Mr Stephen Upsdell, has announced that the Hospital is currently undertaking a review of a number of patients who are receiving treatment for breast cancer. [More]
• New Outpatient Appointments Reception to further improve services for patients at Noble’s Hospital 8 January 2013
  As part of an ongoing programme to improve services for patients across the Department of Health, Noble’s Hospital is introducing a centralised Outpatient Appointments Reception from Monday, 14 January. [More]
• Diarrhoea & Vomiting – Do not attend A & E, unless advised 20 December 2012
  In the last two to three days, several patients with vomiting and/or diarrhoea caused by Norovirus (previously called the winter vomiting virus) have attended the A & E department at Noble’s Hospital without being advised to do so. [More]
• Update on suspension of bowel surgery at Noble’s Hospital 20 December 2012
  Following the suspension of colorectal (bowel) surgery at Noble’s Hospital last month, the Department of Health can advise that an independent review has now been carried out by a team from North East England. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital at the forefront of customer service 6 December 2012
  The Department of Health announce that Noble’s Hospital is spearheading ‘CARE’ (Communicate, Ask, Respond, Evaluate) which is a new enterprising initiative to evolve customer service throughout the Department. [More]
• Julie Taylor scoops prestigious Private Medical Secretary of the Year Award 26 November 2012
  The British Society of Medical Secretaries and Administrators (BSMSA) has awarded Julie Taylor the accolade of Private Medical Secretary of the Year, beating other nominees from throughout the UK. [More]
• Temporary suspension of elective colorectal surgery at Noble’s Hospital 22 November 2012
  The Department of Health will temporarily suspend performing elective colorectal surgery at Noble’s Hospital from today. [More]
• Department of Health seeks information for new ‘Health-e Directory’ as Self Care Week launches 12 November 2012
  The Department of Health is celebrating Self Care Week with a display in the foyer at Noble’s Hospital as well as using the annual event to launch a request for entries to help develop the Island’s new ‘Health-e Directory’. [More]
• Appointment of Stroke Nurse Specialist at Noble’s Hospital 9 November 2012
  The Department of Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Gill Horsey to the newly created role of Stroke Nurse Specialist at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Island’s acute mental health inpatient service judged ‘excellent’ in accreditation by Royal College 9 November 2012
  The Department of Health’s acute inpatient mental health service based at Grianagh Court on the Noble’s Hospital estate has been re-accredited by the Royal College of Psychiatrists under the Accreditation for Inpatient Mental Health Services (AIMS). [More]
• Progress being made on waiting times - but long term challenges remain 6 November 2012
  The Minister for Health, David Anderson MHK has announced that progress is being made in addressing waiting times, but that significant long term challenges remain. [More]
• Audiology Service strives to reduce waiting times 26 September 2012
  Due to changing perceptions of hearing problems and a greater willingness to seek help, the Island’s Hearing Aid Service has seen large increases in the numbers of patients attending the clinic over recent years. [More]
• Blood Clinic staff raise money for bench in memory of ‘bubbly’ Katie 14 September 2012
  Staff from the Phlebotomy Department at Noble’s Hospital dedicated a bench on Friday 7th September, in the memory of their colleague Katie Edge, who worked at the hospital as a Phlebotomist. [More]
• Department of Health’s energy saving initiatives win award 6 September 2012
  The Department of Health has recently won an award for its efforts to stem the increase in energy consumption within the Department. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital is now IMPACT training centre for the Island 3 September 2012
  The Department of Health is pleased to announce that Noble’s Hospital has become an accredited IMPACT training centre having ran an extremely successful pilot course earlier this year. [More]
• Second Vulnerable Adults Conference hailed a success 17 August 2012
  Following on from the successful Vulnerable Adults Conference held in October 2011, a second conference has been held to raise the awareness of the specific needs vulnerable patients might have when admitted to Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital showcases the best in Island produce 19 July 2012
  This week (16th to 19th July) is the Department of Health’s fifth annual ‘Manx Produce Week’ at Noble’s Hospital Restaurant which has been renamed Thie Bee – Manx for ‘Eating Place’. [More]
• Jack Quirk Renal Fund continues to support Noble’s Hospital with latest donations 16 July 2012
  The Department of Health has received a number of generous donations including iPads, DVDs, DVD players and much more from the Jack Quirk Renal Care Fund. [More]
• Victoria House ‘Party’ to raise funds for Physiotherapy 28 June 2012
  The Department of Health has received a generous donation from Victoria House Nursery where staff and children raised £300 for children’s physiotherapy equipment by holding in-house party days, and encouraging the children to deposit their loose change into a money tube on the premises. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital hosts Vulnerable Adults Conference 18 June 2012
  Following on from the successful Vulnerable Adults conference held in October 2011, a second conference was held to raise the awareness of the specific needs vulnerable patients might have when admitted to an acute hospital. [More]
• Recruitment drive for Dining Companions at Noble’s Hospital 11 June 2012
  With a diverse and demanding work load, the Department of Health is a driving force behind volunteering on the Island. [More]
• Screens ensure Dignity for patients in Accident and Emergency 7 June 2012
  The Department of Health is pleased to announce that Noble's Hospital has received a significant donation from Noble’s Hospital Trustees who have purchased new privacy screens for the Accident and Emergency Department. [More]
• SMP Partners present a significant donation to Noble's Hospital Neonatal Unit 1 June 2012
  The Department of Health received a significant donation from a local Trust Company, SMP Partners, when they presented a cheque for £6,366. [More]
• 20 Years later – Department of Health’s Chief Ambulance Officer Retires 30 May 2012
  The Department of Health’s Chief Ambulance Officer, Steve Sieling is retiring after 20 years of service with the Isle of Man Ambulance Service. [More]
• League of Friends donate Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Machine to Noble’s Hospital 29 May 2012
  The Department of Health has received a wonderful donation from the Noble's Hospital League of Friends for a new, state-of-the-art Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine for use in the Ophthalmology Department, costing £75,000. [More]
• Department of Health celebrates International Day of the Midwife 23 May 2012
  The Department of Health’s Jane Crookall Maternity Unit midwives held a cake sale on 4th May at the Staff Restaurant of Noble’s Hospital, to celebrate International Day of the Midwife and to raise money for Save the Children, in particular the Isle of Man branch, which sponsors a maternity unit in Rwanda, Africa. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital helps spread the dignity message to Island’s sixth form students 15 May 2012
  The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting a culture within the Isle of Man which values the privacy, dignity and modesty of patients. [More]
• Work of volunteers to be celebrated with a week of events at Noble’s Hospital 14 May 2012
  Noble’s Hospital will be celebrating Volunteers’ Week from the 21st – 25th May 2012. [More]
• Pathology Lab at Noble’s Hospital to open to limited number of the public to mark national Year of Pathology 10 May 2012
  2012 marks 100 years since the formation of Institute of Biomedical Science and this is being celebrated across the UK, in addition it is also ‘National Pathology Year’. [More]
• ‘Bloom-ing marvellous’ donation of £145,000 for Noble’s Hospital thanks to Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust 4 May 2012
  Once again, the Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust has provided generous funding for the purchase of equipment to improve the comfort and safety of Noble’s Hospital patients with the donation of equipment to the value of approximately £145,000. [More]
• Department of Health to launch second edition of Island’s Wound Formulary with open day 3 May 2012
  The Department of Health is to launch the second edition of the Isle of Man’s Wound Formulary on Friday, 11th May with a day long event at the Isle of Man Hospice’s Seminar Room between 10am and 7pm. [More]
• Temporary closure of orthopaedic theatres at Noble’s Hospital 29 March 2012
  The Department of Health has temporarily closed the two orthopaedic theatres at Noble’s Hospital following a fluid leak in an air filter. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital impresses UK assessors of on-Island Junior Doctors training 2 March 2012
  The Island’s Junior Doctors Training scheme has received a clean bill of health from NHS North West’s Mersey Deanery, the body responsible for overseeing Doctor training in the Isle of Man, following the completion of its annual assessment. [More]
• 2012 off to a flying start with new aero sled stretcher for Island’s Air Ambulance 15 February 2012
  The Department of Health’s Air Ambulance Service, which is used to transport critically ill patients requiring treatment in the UK, has received a generous donation from the Manx Heart Support Group. [More]
• Department of Health supports the Special Olympics Isle of Man Committee 8 February 2012
  The catering team at Noble’s Hospital has presented a cheque for £510 to the Isle of Man Special Olympics Committee and team members. [More]
• Infection Prevention and Control Conference 2012 6 February 2012
  On 30th January 2012, the Department of Health’s sixteenth annual Infection Prevention and Control Conference entitled ‘First Do No Harm’, was held at the Keyll Darree Education Centre at Noble’s Hospital in the Isle of Man. [More]
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services - (CAMHS) The Big Picture Exhibition - Unveiling of Art Work 2 February 2012
  The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service’s (CAMHS) Big Picture exhibition was unveiled today by the Chairman of the The Ballamona Association for Mental Health, George Waft at the CAMHS, Nobles Hospital Braddan. [More]
• Advice for public concerned about Metal on Metal hip replacements 1 February 2012
  Following recent reports in the UK media surrounding concerns with Metal on Metal hip replacements, the Department of Health can confirm that Noble’s Hospital has not and does not use the this type of hip joint. [More]
• New exercise bike donation to help with stroke rehabilitation at Noble’s Hospital 26 January 2012
  The Department of Health has received a very generous donation for Ward 20 at Noble’s Hospital, in the form of an exercise bike. [More]
• Specialist in Breast Surgery to take up consultant post at Noble’s Hospital in February 2012 11 January 2012
  The Department of Health is delighted to announce that Ms Millie Bello will take up her post as the Isle of Man’s new Consultant General Surgeon with a special interest in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery and Breast Care. [More]
• Specialist in Breast Surgery to take up consultant post at Noble’s Hospital in February 2012 11 January 2012
  The Department of Health is delighted to announce that Ms Millie Bello will take up her post as the Isle of Man’s new Consultant General Surgeon with a special interest in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery and Breast Care. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital accredited for ALERT training 14 November 2011
  The Department of Health is pleased to announce that Noble’s Hospital has recently gained accreditation to run a pioneering life-saving course for its clinical staff. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital accredited for ALERT training 14 November 2011
  The Department of Health is pleased to announce that Noble’s Hospital has recently gained accreditation to run a pioneering life-saving course for its clinical staff. [More]
• Patient safety at the forefront of care at Noble’s Hospital 11 November 2011
  Noble’s Hospital was pleased to recently be involved in National Patient Safety Week, an important initiative that aims to raise awareness of issues related to patient safety and each individual’s role in keeping patients safe whilst in hospital. [More]
• Patient safety at the forefront of care at Noble’s Hospital 11 November 2011
  Noble’s Hospital was pleased to recently be involved in National Patient Safety Week, an important initiative that aims to raise awareness of issues related to patient safety and each individual’s role in keeping patients safe whilst in hospital. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital becomes a centre for Dietetics training 8 November 2011
  The Department of Health is pleased to announce that the University of Ulster has approved the Noble’s Hospital Dietetic Service as a provider of practical training for Dietetic students. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital becomes a centre for Dietetics training 8 November 2011
  The Department of Health is pleased to announce that the University of Ulster has approved the Noble’s Hospital Dietetic Service as a provider of practical training for Dietetic students. [More]
• Health volunteers collect Queen’s Award from Lieutenant Governor 4 November 2011
  Following the announcement earlier this year that the Noble’s Hospital Volunteers Service had been bestowed the prestigious Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; a formal presentation recently took place at Government House, hosted by the Lieutenant Governor, His Excellency Mr Adam Wood. [More]
• Health volunteers collect Queen’s Award from Lieutenant Governor 4 November 2011
  Following the announcement earlier this year that the Noble’s Hospital Volunteers Service had been bestowed the prestigious Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; a formal presentation recently took place at Government House, hosted by the Lieutenant Governor, His Excellency Mr Adam Wood. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital’s catering staff raise money for Isle of Man Commonwealth Youth Games Team 2011 28 September 2011
  Just prior to the launch of the Commonwealth Youth Games 2011, the Department of Health’s catering team at Noble’s Hospital presented a cheque for £535 to the Isle of Man Commonwealth Youth Games 2011 Committee and team members. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital’s catering staff raise money for Isle of Man Commonwealth Youth Games Team 2011 28 September 2011
  Just prior to the launch of the Commonwealth Youth Games 2011, the Department of Health’s catering team at Noble’s Hospital presented a cheque for £535 to the Isle of Man Commonwealth Youth Games 2011 Committee and team members. [More]
• Plenty of ‘Teddy Loving Care’ at Noble’s Hospital thanks to Freemasons 28 September 2011
  Noble’s Hospital has been very fortunate to be chosen as one of a few hospitals in the United Kingdom to benefit from a national Freemasonry initiative, the Teddies for Loving Care (TLC) Appeal, which provides free teddy bears to children who are cared for in Accident and Emergency Departments. [More]
• Plenty of ‘Teddy Loving Care’ at Noble’s Hospital thanks to Freemasons 28 September 2011
  Noble’s Hospital has been very fortunate to be chosen as one of a few hospitals in the United Kingdom to benefit from a national Freemasonry initiative, the Teddies for Loving Care (TLC) Appeal, which provides free teddy bears to children who are cared for in Accident and Emergency Departments. [More]
• Island’s Physiotherapists help keep Commonwealth competitors at the top of their game 16 September 2011
  Staff from the Department of Health’s Physiotherapy Team, based at Noble’s Hospital, as well as private-sector Physiotherapists, Sports Therapists and Masseurs provided the many athletes from around the world with first rate physiotherapy care during the 2011 Commonwealth Youth Games held in the Isle of Man this month. [More]
• Highly experienced Breast Surgeon accepts Consultant post to lead breast care services in the Isle of Man 15 September 2011
  The Department of Health is extremely pleased to announce that it has offered the recently advertised post of Consultant Surgeon with a primary special interest in breast care to a highly experienced and eminent Oncoplastic Breast and General Surgeon, who has accepted the offer. [More]
• The Big Picture Exhibition 5 September 2011
  The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service’s (CAMHS) Big Picture exhibition will be opened by the Chairman of the the Ballamona Association for Mental Health, George Waft on 22 September 2011 at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Generous donation will improve facilities at Noble’s Hospital’s Jane Crookall Maternity Ward 23 August 2011
  The Jane Crookall Maternity Ward at Noble’s Hospital has received some very welcome funding from David Moss, who raised £1,000 by reaching Peel in this year’s Parish Walk. [More]
• Independent Living Centre Opening 22 August 2011
  The Isle of Man’s Independent Living Centre, located at the Community Health Centre on Westmoreland Road in Douglas, has been officially opened by the Minister for Health, Hon David Anderson and by the Minister for Social Care, Hon Martyn Quayle. [More]
• Radiology services at Noble’s Hospital enhanced thanks to donation from the Manx Osteoporosis Society 11 August 2011
  The Manx Osteoporosis Society has made a generous donation of £1,500 to the Department of Health to enhance and improve the services which are provided by the Radiology Department at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Manx Food Week held at Noble’s Hospital 28 July 2011
  Manx Food Week is once again being held at Noble’s Hospital, Braddan. [More]
• Cancer patients to receive survey 15 July 2011
  The Department of Health is undertaking a survey of Isle of Man cancer patients to find out more about their experiences with cancer care, so that services can be improved. [More]
• Eastcliffe Resource Industrial Centre (ERIC) 14 June 2011
  Eastcliffe Resource Industrial Centre (ERIC) which is based at Braddan on the Nobles Hospital site is a project that has been up and running for several years. [More]
• Department of Health supports British Lung Foundation’s Isle of Man Patient and Carer Networking Events 7 June 2011
  The Department of Health is supporting the British Lung Foundation’s Isle of Man Patient and Carer Networking Events, which will take place on Monday 13th and Tuesday 14th June at Keyll Darree, the Department of Health’s Education and Training Centre at Noble’s Hospital, Strang. [More]
• The Queen honours Island volunteer group with prestigious award 2 June 2011
  NOBLE’S Hospital Volunteer Services has been announced as one of 130 winners of The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE for groups of volunteers who work in their local community for the benefit of others. [More]
• Department of Health Celebrates Volunteers’ Weeks 23 May 2011
  Noble’s Hospital is celebrating Volunteers’ Week from the 23rd to the 27th May 2011. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital’s Patient Safety and Quality Forum launch Discharge Project 17 May 2011
  Discharge from Hospital or the transfer of care to another care setting is a crucial part of all Hospital in-patient care plans. [More]
• Central Community Heath Centre on Westmoreland Road officially opened 12 May 2011
  The Central Community Health Centre on Westmoreland Road has been officially opened by the Minister for Health Hon David Anderson MHK and the Minister for Social Care Hon Martyn Quayle MHK. [More]
• Advanced Replacement Joint Surgery to be carried out at Noble’s Hospital 11 May 2011
  Presentation of new joint replacement equipmentThe Department of Health is pleased to announce that, thanks to very generous funding provided by the Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust, complicated joint replacement and revision surgery can now be undertaken on-Island at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Department of Health welcomes support from local cancer charities for appointment of Consultant Surgeon to lead Breast Care 21 April 2011
  The Department of Health welcomes a recent statement from the Isle of Man’s Council of Cancer Charities and both Breakthrough Breast Cancer Isle of Man and Isle of Man Breast Care which supports the Department’s decision to advertise for a Consultant Surgeon with a special primary interest in Breast Care. [More]
• Ballafletcher sports ground opening April 2 1 April 2011
  THE official opening of Ballafletcher sports ground and changing rooms will take place at 1pm tomorrow (Saturday, April 2). [More]
• Donation for new equipment improves Newborn Hearing Screening Service at Noble’s Hospital 8 March 2011
  The Newborn Hearing Screening Service within the Audiology Department at Noble’s Hospital has received some very welcome funding from the Trustees of the Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust, enabling them to purchase new Hearing Screening Equipment for newborn babies. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital celebrates World Book Night 8 March 2011
  Noble's Hospital Front Taking place two days after World Book Day, the established nationwide reading campaign, the inaugural World Book Night took place on Saturday 5 March 2011. [More]
• On-Island Pacemaker Service to be launched 25 February 2011
  The Department of Health is launching a new initiative to provide an on-Island service for standard pacemaker procedures at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Clean Hands Every Time! 18 February 2011
  The Department of Health is launching the ‘Clean Hands Every Time’ campaign. [More]
• Noro Virus Outbreak – Temporary Closure of Ward 8, Noble’s Hospital 8 February 2011
  There has been an outbreak of Noro virus affecting a small number of patients in ward 8 at Noble’s hospital. [More]
• Department of Health reassures patients over increased demand for intensive care at Noble’s Hospital 26 January 2011
  Noble’s Hospital is experiencing an abnormally high volume of patients requiring intensive care at the present time. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital Stroke Unit/Ward 7 Reopens 30 December 2010
  Following a review today of both the staffing situation and the bed availability within Noble’s Hospital, the decision has been made to reopen the Stroke Unit/Ward 7 with effect from lunchtime today, Wednesday 29th December 2010. [More]
• Call the GP or go to A&E? 23 December 2010
  Noble's Hospital Accident and EmergencyWith the festive season and public holidays almost here, the Department of Health would like to clarify the most appropriate ways for the public to obtain urgent and emergency medical care outside of normal working hours. [More]
• Temporary closure of Ward 7 at Noble’s Hospital 23 December 2010
  Barbara Scott, Noble's Hospital ManagerThe Department of Health has taken the decision to temporarily close Ward 7 at Noble’s Hospital due to staff shortages caused by sickness; however services are unaffected and the level of care available in the hospital remains unchanged. [More]
• Don’t Be Shy – Wash and Dry 10 December 2010
  The Patient Safety and Quality Forum at Noble’s Hospital will on Monday bring to a close their third Hand Hygiene Campaign, ‘Keep ‘em Clean’ which saw ‘Don’t Be Shy – Wash and Dry’ as this year’s slogan. [More]
• Department of Health innovation at Noble’s Hospital receivesnational recognition 10 December 2010
  An Advanced Nurse Practitioner at Noble’s Hospital has received national recognition for his innovative development of three major procedure trolleys. [More]
• Positive health benefits of the Isle of Man smoking ban 10 December 2010
  The Department of Health’s Public Health Directorate have recently reviewed Noble’s Hospital admission data to determine whether there has been an adjustment for heart attack admissions after legislation which placed a ban on smoking in enclosed public spaces and workplaces was introduced in the Isle of Man in 2008. [More]
• Department of Health marks World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Day with free screening tests 19 November 2010
  Wednesday, 17th November marked this year’s World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital’s Patient Safety and Quality Forum launch hydration campaign 16 November 2010
  The Patient Safety and Quality Forum at Noble’s Hospital has today launched a hydration campaign aimed at encouraging patients, visitors and staff to keep hydrated. [More]
• Generous donation by Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust of 35 of syringe driver pumps 4 November 2010
  The Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trustees have generously provided funding for the purchase of 35 new syringe drivers which will be used to deliver pain relief to terminally ill patients in both Noble’s Hospital, Hospice Isle of Man and the wider community. [More]
• The Manx Accident Prevention Forum Presents – Life: A Risky Business 3 November 2010
  The Manx Accident Prevention Forum is holding a day-long seminar to encourage debate and discussion around managing “risk”. [More]
• 98% of in-patients satisfied with care at Noble’s Hospital 6 September 2010
  98% of in-patients are satisfied with the level of care provided to them at Noble’s Hospital; that’s the result of a recent survey carried out by the hospital’s Patient Safety and Quality Forum. [More]
• Staff from the Isle of Man Ambulance Service and Noble’s Hospital act FAST to help prevent strokes 30 July 2010
  Staff from the Department of Health’s Isle of Man Ambulance Service and Noble’s Hospital, in partnership with the Manx Stroke Foundation, have been on hand around the Isle of Man to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of a stroke, as well as giving people the opportunity to have their blood pressure checked. [More]
• Department of Health announces additional car parking space at Noble’s Hospital 30 July 2010
  The Department of Health is pleased to announce that an additional 100 parking spaces will be available for the use of patients, staff and visitors to Noble’s Hospital, Braddan from August this year. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital ‘Support your Local Food’ Fair goes ‘Down a Treat’ 23 July 2010
  The third celebration of Manx Food Week has been held at Noble’s Hospital, Braddan, in the Staff Restaurant. [More]
• Breast Feeding Awareness Week 21 June 2010
  The week commencing 21st June 2010 is National Breast Feeding Awareness Week and here on the Island a programme of events which promote the importance of breast feeding will be led by Noble’s Hospital’s Lead Midwife for Infant Feeding, Barbara Roberts. [More]
• Reinstatement of the title ‘Sister’ or ‘Charge Nurse’ at Noble’s Hospital and Ramsey & District Cottage Hospital 17 May 2010
  To coincide with International Nurses’ Day on May 12th 2010, a decision has been made to change the title of those nurses who are in charge of wards at Noble’s Hospital and Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital. [More]
• A Generous Donation from the Isle of Man to Romania 31 March 2010
  The late Mr C J Martin and his wife left wishes that their estate to be used to assist medicine for the public of the Isle of Man. [More]
• Outbreak of Viral Gastroenteritis - Temporary Closure of Ward 20, Noble’s Hospital 23 March 2010
  There has been an outbreak of viral gastroenteritis, most possibly caused by Norovirus. [More]
• New state of the art CT Scanner for Noble’s Hospital, Braddan 19 March 2010
  Two pieces of state of the art equipment, a Computer Tomography (CT) scanner and Angiography Set, have recently been installed in the Radiology Department at Noble’s Hospital, Braddan thanks to a generous donation from the estate of Mr and Mrs C J Martin. [More]
• The end of an era as keys to old Noble’s Hospital, Westmoreland Road are handed over 9 March 2010
  The end of an era was marked today as the Department of Health and Social Security handed over the keys of the old Noble’s Hospital in Westmoreland Road, Douglas to the Department of Education. [More]
• Another world first for Pathology 5 March 2010
  Ian Hughes, Mortuary Manager at Noble’s Hospital is the first in the world to be successful in obtaining a Masters of Science MSc degree in Death, Bereavement and Human Tissue Studies. [More]
• Manx Emergency Doctor Service (MEDS) returns to Noble's Hospital 22 January 2010
  The Manx Emergency Doctor Service (MEDS), which provides emergency out-of-hours GP cover, will be relocating from the Central Community Health Centre, Westmoreland Road, Douglas, back to its usual location at Noble’s Hospital, next to A & E, with effect from 6pm on Monday, 25th January 2010. [More]
• Relocation of DHSS Services 18 January 2010
  Services currently based at Westmoreland Health Centre are relocating to their new base in the Central Community Health Centre, at the opposite end of the old Noble’s hospital site from their present location. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital Patient Safety and Quality Forum 7 January 2010
  Formed in 2007 the Patient Safety and Quality Forum consists of public representatives and senior hospital health care professionals. [More]
• Urgent Update Regarding Services Available Today For Noble’s Hospital, Braddan, Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital and Ambulance Services 6 January 2010
  Please be advised that Dr Ashdowns Clinic at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital which was to take place today 6th January 2010 IS NOW CANCELLED in the interest of patient safety. [More]
• Update Regarding Services Available Today For Noble’s Hospital, Braddan, Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital and Ambulance Services 6 January 2010
  Noble’s Hospital: [More]
• Adverse Weather Impact on Hospital Services 5 January 2010
  The Department of Health and Social Security would like to inform the public of the following information concerning to Noble’s Hospital, Braddan and Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital. [More]
• Adverse Weather Impact on Noble's Hospital Outpatient Department Clinics 5 January 2010
  The Department of Health and Social Security would like to further inform the public of the following information concerning to Noble’s Hospital, BraddanAll Outpatient Department Clinics at Noble’s Hospital this afternoon have now been cancelled. [More]
• Reduced Hospital Activity at Christmas 18 December 2009
  The Department of Health and Social Security has announced today that the non-essential and non-emergency services at Noble’s Hospital, Braddan, will be reduced slightly over the Christmas period. [More]
• Pregnant Women in the Isle of Man to be offered the H1N1 (Swine) Flu Vaccination 10 December 2009
  Pregnant women in the Isle of Man are to be offered the vaccination against swine (H1N1) flu, with clinics to commence from 4th January 2010, at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• A first for the British Isles – the Acute Stroke Unit team based at Noble’s Hospital receive therapeutic moving and handling training. 4 December 2009
  In September 2009, Ward 7 at Noble’s Hospital began a 12 month pilot as a specialist unit for the treatment and care of patients during the acute phase following a stroke. [More]
• H1N1 (Swine) Flu Vaccination 27 November 2009
  A member of staff at Noble’s Hospital who received the swine flu vaccination became ill the following day. [More]
• Noble’s Blood Clinic to take appointment bookings 25 November 2009
  In order to provide a more comprehensive service and in response to concerns raised by some service users, the Blood Clinic at Noble’s Hospital will be offering a facility for patients to make appointments 24 hours a day. [More]
• DHSS Officially Open Geddyn Reesht (Rehabilitation Facility) 3 November 2009
  The Department of Health and Social Security (DHSS) is delighted to announce the official opening of its new mental health Rehabilitation and Recovery Service based at Geddyn Reesht in the grounds of Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Changes to Noble’s Hospital, Blood Clinic Service 22 October 2009
  In order to ensure people requiring blood tests are seen in a timely manner, from Monday 2nd November 2009 people on the Isle of Man will no longer be able to ‘drop in’ but will need to make an appointment for their blood tests to be undertaken at the Blood Clinic at Noble’s Hospital, Braddan. [More]
• Temporary Relocation of the Manx Emergency Doctor Service (MEDS) 8 October 2009
  In line with Noble’s Hospital’s pandemic flu plan the Manx Emergency Doctor Service (MEDS), which provides emergency out-of-hours GP cover, will be temporarily relocated from Noble’ s to the Central Community Health Centre, Westmoreland Road, Douglas (next to Kensington GP Group Practice on the old Noble’s Hospital site) with effect from 6pm on Monday 12th October 2009. [More]
• Temporary Closure of beds in Wards 1 and 2 at Noble’s Hospital 6 October 2009
  Because of the rising numbers of flu cases within the community, and the likelihood that this may result in more admissions to hospital, Health Services now need to make preparations to care for those patients who will require hospital admission. [More]
• Volunteer Dining Companions’ Trial 22 September 2009
  Volunteers are being sought for an exciting and innovative new pilot project at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• £1.4 million Donation Ensures Essential Equipment is ‘Second to None’ 3 September 2009
  During a recent discussion with the Minister, Mr Robert Jelski on behalf of The Trustees of the Cyril Martin Settlement said that himself and Mrs Daphne Crompton were investigating how they could fulfil the wishes of the late Mr C J Martin and his wife that their estate be used to assist medicine for the public good. [More]
• Viral Gastroenteritis Outbreak – Ward 1, Noble’s Hospital Closed 4 August 2009
  An illness, characterised by vomiting and diarrhoea probably due to viral gastroenteritis, has affected a number of staff and patients on Ward 1 at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Join the Team and Keep ‘em Clean Hand Hygiene Activities Day at Noble’s Open to Public 10 July 2009
  The Patient Quality & Safety Forum at Noble’s Hospital will be staging a hand hygiene campaign during July 2009. [More]
• Rewarding, Recognising and Recruiting Volunteers 15 June 2009
  Volunteer’s week is upon us once again. [More]
• Fire Safety Seminars and launch of the online Fire Precautions Logbook 15 April 2009
  PEOPLE charged with maintaining fire safety in the workplace or at public premises are urged to attend one of several free seminars being staged next month. [More]
• Diabetic Centre Retinal Camera Updated 6 April 2009
  The Manx Diabetic Group has provided further funding to the Diabetic Centre, Noble’s Hospital, to enable the retinal camera they previously donated to be brought fully up to date with the latest technology. [More]
• DHSS Obesity Research Study 26 March 2009
  Dr Emran Khan, MBBS, FRCP(Lond), FRCP(Edin. [More]
• Hidden Dangers of Hair Straighteners 13 January 2009
  The Manx Accident Prevention Forum is raising awareness of the risks of potential burns and scalds injuries to young children and, in particular, injuries caused by hair straighteners switched on and left unattended. [More]
• DHSS clarifies the roles of A&E and MEDS over festive period 22 December 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security would like to advise the public of the respective roles of the Accident & Emergency Department at Noble’s Hospital and the Manx Emergency Doctors’ Service (MEDS) over the festive period. [More]
• DHSS staff congratulated for Awards for Excellence achievements 24 November 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security this week congratulated the Primary Care Team, Paul McCann, Neonatal Unit Lead Nurse at Noble’s Hospital, and managers and staff involved with the Ophthalmology Waiting List Initiative at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital and Noble’s Hospital, who all received recognition for their work within the Department at the recent Isle of Man Awards for Excellence Ceremony. [More]
• Media Statement 14 November 2008
  The inquest into the death of Mrs Muriel Fox, who passed away at Noble’s Hospital on 9th June 2007, has concluded. [More]
• Noble Arts Award 2008 20 October 2008
  The Arts Council is pleased to announce that the winner of this year’s Noble Arts Award is Jack Wolter. [More]
• Minister congratulates A&E Team 17 October 2008
  Hon W E Teare MHK, Minister for Health and Social Security today congratulated the Noble’s Hospital Accident and Emergency Department staff for achieving the Pride in Mann Award in the Emergency & Health Services category. [More]
• Patient Greetings at Noble’s Hospital 3 October 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security is delighted to announce the launch of the Noble’s Hospital email greeting service that will allow friends, relatives and loved ones to contact a patient staying at Noble’s Hospital by email. [More]
• Children’s toys donated to Ambulance Service 16 September 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security has thanked local businessman Paul Hampton for his very generous donation towards the purchase of individually wrapped toys for children, who are transported by ambulance to Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Media Statement 10 September 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security can confirm that an internal investigation is underway at Noble’s Hospital and that two Doctors are currently not at work. [More]
• Retirement of Ian Wadsworth, Assistant Director for Mental Health 22 July 2008
  Mr Ian Wadsworth, Assistant Director for Mental Health Services retired on 18th July 2008 after twenty years working for the Department of Health and Social Security. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital - Nursing Times Top 100 Awards 12 June 2008
  The Nursing Times Top 100 Awards honours the very best in employment practice for nurses and midwives. [More]
• DHSS announce increase in hospital activity and improved performance 10 June 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security today announced that in April 2008 there was another marked increase in the number of patients being seen and treated at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Revised Opening Hours of Noble’s Hospital Blood Clinic “Drop-In” Service during TT Fortnight 28 May 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security has announced that, in order to maintain a phlebotomy service to ward areas during the particularly busy TT period, it has been necessary to amend the opening hours of the blood clinic “drop-in” service at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Revised Opening Hours of Noble’s Hospital Blood Clinic “Drop-In” Service during TT Fortnight 27 May 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security has announced that, in order to maintain a phlebotomy service to ward areas during the particularly busy TT period, it has been necessary to amend the opening hours of the blood clinic “drop-in” service at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Noble’s Hospital Nursing Times Top 100 Awards 11 April 2008
  The Nursing Times Top 100 Awards honours the very best in employment practice for nurses and midwives, it is a survey of the best 100 nursing employers and this year, Noble’s Hospital has gained a prestigious place in that Top 100. [More]
• Outbreak Of Viral Gastroenteritis 31 March 2008
  ONE WARD AT NOBLE’S HOSPITAL CLOSED FOR ADMISSIONS An illness characterised by vomiting and diarrhoea has been spreading across the Island. [More]
• DHSS announce new Noble's Hospital Manager 29 February 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security is delighted to announce that Mrs. [More]
• - Media Statement - 20 February 2008
  Hon W E Teare MHK, Minister for Health and Social Security has today thanked Noble’s Hospital patients, staff and the general public for their patience during the hospital’s electrical difficulties yesterday (Tuesday 19th February 2008). [More]
• -Media Statement - 19 February 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security has announced that at 7: [More]
• - Media Statement - 19 February 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security has advised that Noble’s Hospital will return to normal operational services tomorrow (Wednesday 20th February 2008). [More]
• Investing in Volunteers at Noble’s Hospital 25 January 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security is delighted to announce that Noble’s Hospital Volunteer Service has achieved the Investing in Volunteers Quality Standard, which recognises the excellent work Noble’s Hospital achieves with volunteers. [More]
• DHSS makes progress with the new Patient Administration System 7 January 2008
  The Department of Health and Social Security has today made it clear that whilst there have been problems surrounding the introduction of the new Patient Administration System at Noble’s Hospital (November 5th 2007), every effort is being made to overcome the difficulties. [More]
• Children’s Ward claims best dressed Christmas tree award 24 December 2007
  The annual Best Dressed Christmas Tree competition at Noble’s Hospital was won by Children’s Ward this year. [More]
• Patient care is not at risk says DHSS Minister. 4 December 2007
  The Department of Health and Social Security is aware that some staff at Noble’s Hospital have concerns regarding the transition to the new Patient Administration System (PAS), which went live on 12th November 2007. [More]
• Community Care Support Service (CCSS) gets underway 12 November 2007
  A new Patient Administration System (PAS) will “Go Live” at Noble’s Hospital, Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital and Mental Health Services on Monday 12th November 2007. [More]
• DHSS Launches Centralised Nebuliser Service 1 October 2007
  The Department of Health and Social Security is delighted to announce that a Centralised Nebuliser Service was introduced today in the Isle of Man, based at the Cardio Respiratory Department, Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• DHSS Waiting List Initiative successfully launched 9 August 2007
  Following Tynwald’s agreement to grant a motion for an additional £2 million to undertake Waiting List Initiatives, the Department of Health and Social Security is pleased to announce that the first Orthopaedic outpatient clinic which offered additional New Patient slots was held on Wednesday 8 August 2007 at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Noble’s recruits August Junior Doctor Intake 8 August 2007
  The Department of Health and Social Security has today confirmed that the recruitment of its August junior doctor intake at Noble’s Hospital has been successfully achieved as usual, in contrast to many UK Trusts who have suffered problems. [More]
• MSR prepare for action packed summer 7 August 2007
  Manx Sport and Recreation (MSR) are preparing to deliver a summer of first class coaching to the Island’s stars of tomorrow. [More]
• Keys Sitting - 29th May 2007 29 May 2007
  Written Question 2 | Written Question 3The question number refers to the question order specified in the official Tynwald Order Paper. [More]
• Strange Road - Subsidence 3 May 2007
  Department of Transport officials attended Strang Road today following a report of subsidence yesterday evening. [More]
• Transforming Care Conference - 14th March 2007 22 March 2007
  Noble’s Hospital staged a conference last week to celebrate the success of the Transforming Care project, and more importantly, to share the innovations in practice across the Island. [More]
• House of Keys Sitting - 6th March 2007 6 March 2007
  Written Question 3 | Oral Question 4The question number refers to the question order specified in the official Keys Question Paper. [More]
• Leece Lodge Cottages 28 February 2007
  The Department of Health and Social Security have decided to reopen Leece Lodge Cottages and to utilise the two properties for accommodation for staff employed at Nobles Hospital. [More]
• New Skills Centre 26 February 2007
  The Department of Health and Social Security is pleased to announce the opening of its new Skills Centre situated at the former Union Mills Football Club House on the Noble’s Hospital site. [More]
• Research confirms levels of alcoholism in under 16s 23 February 2007
  RESEARCH undertaken by the Home Affairs Department’s public health specialist shows the Isle of Man is facing serious alcohol problems in children under 16. [More]
• House of Keys Sitting - 13th February 2007 13 February 2007
  Oral Question 4 | Oral Question 5 | Written Question 4The question number refers to the question order specified in the official Keys Question Paper. [More]
• HSBC Manx Youth Games - Coaches Presentation Evening 9 January 2007
  Manx Sport and Recreation’s Sports Development Unit will be facilitating a presentation evening for all coaches, volunteers and officials that will be involved in the 2007 HSBC Manx Youth Games. [More]
• Tynwald Sitting 16 October 2006 18 October 2006
  Question 30 | Question 31 | Question 32 | Question 33 | Question 34 | Question 35 | Question 36 | Question 86 | Question 87 | Question 88 | Question 89 | Question 90 | Question 91 | Question 92 | Question 93The question number refers to the question order specified in the official Tynwald Question Paper. [More]
• Tri-Island Nursing Conference - A Great Success 17 October 2006
  This week saw the Isle of Man play host to the Tri-Island Annual Nursing Conference, at the Keyll Darree Learning Centre at Noble’s Hospital. [More]
• Winter Vomiting Virus 16 October 2006
  An illness characterised by diarrhoea and vomiting continues to spread across the Island. [More]
• Proposed New Medical Centre for Braddan 10 October 2006
  The Department of Health & Social Security is pleased to announce that a planning application, in principle, has been submitted for a new medical centre, which will be located at Strang Corner Field alongside Nobles Hospital. [More]
• Relocation of Community Drug & Alcohol Team 2 October 2006
  The Department of Health and Social Security announces that the Island’s Community Drug & Alcohol team has (last week) relocated from Kingswood House, Harris Terrace to its new premises at Nobles Hospital, in the refurbished Ard Aalin building now known as Reayrt Noa. [More]
• Healthcare Commission Report - Workshop 8 September 2006
  The Department of Health and Social Security yesterday (Thursday 7th September) held a workshop to discuss and develop action plans to address the key recommendations identified in the report from the Healthcare Commission about Noble’s Hospital (published in August 2006). [More]
• Healthcare Commission Report into Noble’s Hospital 21 August 2006
  The Department of Health and Social Security announces the publication date of the Healthcare Commission Report into Noble’s Hospital on 21st August 2006. [More]
• Gynaecology Services receive a generous donation from Rushen Masonic Ladies Evening 15 August 2006
  The Department of Health and Social Security on behalf of Noble’s Hospital’s Gynaecology Services would like to take this opportunity to thank the Rushen Masonic Ladies Evening for their generous donation of £375. [More]
• Dr Olive Lamming Memorial Literary 1 June 2006
  The Olive Lamming is an annual literary competition organised by the department. [More]
• Volunteers Week - ‘Back to the Floor’ 17 May 2006
  The Department of Health and Social Security is delighted to announce that Noble’s Hospital in association with National Volunteers Week, is celebrating the contribution of its volunteers during a week of activities from the 22nd – 26th May. [More]
• Bowel cancer awareness: campaign to prevent people dying from embarrassment! 5 April 2006
  April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and the public are being urged not to sit on their symptoms. [More]
• Dr Olive Lamming Memorial Literary Competition 4 April 2006
  Results 2005The 'Olive Lamming' is an annual literary competition organised by the department. [More]
• Health Cuts Fears “Premature” 20 February 2006
  Fears of cuts in front-line services at Noble’s Hospital in the coming financial year are premature, says DHSS Minister Steve Rodan MHK. [More]
• Appointment of a new Consultant ENT Surgeon 5 August 2005
  Noble’s Hospital is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Dirk Hoehmann, a Consultant Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Surgeon. [More]
• Appointment of New Consultant Paediatricians 5 August 2005
  Noble’s Hospital is delighted to announce the appointment of a Consultant Paediatrician to join Dr Kurien. [More]
• Hand Washing Campaign 21 December 2004
  The Infection Control Team at Noble's has begun a Keep 'Em Clean Campaign for the public. [More]
• High Hospital Satisfaction 22 November 2004
  A recent survey has revealed that 92.5% of patients are at least satisfied with the new Noble's Hospital. [More]
• Local Midwife Nominated for Award 18 November 2004
  Mary O'Connor's Real Nappy Project has gained her a nomination for a major UK environmental award. [More]
• Noble's Thinks Clean 18 November 2004
  Noble's Hospital has been recognised by the UK Government for its clean hospital policies. [More]
• Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust Donation 15 October 2004
  The Henry Bloom Noble Healthcare Trust has donated £70,000 to Noble's Hospital to purchase equipment. [More]
• Site for New Hospice 15 October 2004
  The DHSS have identified a site within the Ballamona estate for the Island's much needed new hospice. [More]
• MRSA at Noble's Hospital 8 October 2004
  The DHSS has moved to re-assure the public following a recent case highlighted in the media. [More]
• Operating Department Practitioners 6 October 2004
  The Operating Department Practitioners are the thirteenth profession to join the Health Professions Council. [More]
• Wishing Seat for Newlands 4 October 2004
  Artist Gavin Carter has created a wonderful 'Wishing Seat' for the garden of Ward 20 at Noble's Hospital. [More]
• Nutrition Action Group for Noble's 23 August 2004
  Noble's Hospital has established a Nutrition Action Group, which will be driving improvements in the provision of food. [More]
• Hospital Report 9 July 2004
  Levels of activity at Noble's Hospital have increased with in-patient admissions up 9.2% and waiting lists up 30.7%. [More]
• Hospital Campaign a Success 25 June 2004
  The DHSS is delighted that the campaign to inform TT visitors about the relocation of Noble's was a success. [More]
• TT Visitors Reminded of Hospital Relocation 26 May 2004
  The Department of Health and Social Security is to ensure TT visitors are informed about the relocation of Noble?s. [More]
• Official Opening of New Noble's Hospital 10 February 2004
  The DHSS has announced that Noble's Hospital, Braddan will be officially opened on Saturday 8 May 2004. [More]
• Tuberculosis at Noble's Hospital 15 January 2004
  The DHSS has acted to allay concerns regarding a Hospital employee who has been diagnosed with Tuberculosis. [More]
• Marion goes hands on at Noble's Hospital 1 September 2003
  A therapeutic massage programme has been introduced at Noble's Hospital on the Isle of Man. [More]
• Access to New Hospital during MGP 18 August 2003
  During road closures the TT Access Road from Quarterbridge to Braddan will be the only access. [More]
• Changes to Bus Services 15 August 2003
  Bus timetables have been altered to provide access to Noble’s Hospital at the Strang during road closures for Manx Grand Prix practices and races. [More]