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The DHSS is continuing to prepare for when the Reciprocal Health Agreement between the Isle of Man and the United Kingdom comes to an end.
From April next year, healthcare for Manx residents in the United Kingdom will no longer be free, following the UK government's decision to withdraw from the long-running arrangement.
Ahead of a debate in Tynwald next week, Health Minister Eddie Teare is keeping his powder dry, but he says progress is being made:
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 pharmacist
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