Range of healthcare issues discussed at Liberal Vannin meeting
Manx Care needs to be better at communicating with the public
That's the admission of the health minister after Manx residents gave feedback on the health service at a public meeting organised by Liberal Vannin.
Issues raised at the event included concerns over telephone appointments with GPs, mental health provision and respite care.
Lawrie Hooper says the healthcare body could be better at keeping the public informed:
Government plans to withdraw interest from reserve fund no longer required
Higher than expected income tax receipts mean it's not necessary
Medical cannabis should be 'holistic', says pharmacistÂ
Drug has 'useful benefits' but isn't 'the be-all and end-all'
Peel Commissioners not adding 'discretionary' one percent increase to social housing rents
It reviewed rent arrear levels and 'escalating' food costs when making the decision
New organ donation laws set to come into force in coming weeks
It follows Tynwald approval of new measures earlier this year