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:
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