New neonatal unit set for Noble's

Publication Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2013


Tynwald will be asked to approve more than £3 million for a ‘crucial’ neonatal intensive care unit at Noble’s Hospital.

The Department of Health says the new facility will help provide safe, high-quality and effective care for newborn babies who require specialist help.

The current neonatal unit was designed in the mid-1990s and needs updating – if approved, work could start this month.

Consultant pediatrician and neonatologist Dr Prakash says we don’t conform to the latest standards:

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Dr Prakash