Island residents will be offered the new Moderna Covid vaccine this autumn.
The new vaccine - which targets two variants of the virus, will be offered to those eligible, following advice from the UK's Joint Commission of Vaccination and Immunisation.
It targets the original strain and the newer Omicron variant.
Health Minister Lawrie Hooper says the vaccine will increase the Island's overall protection against the virus and help prevent any added pressure on key services.
Ballasalla café’s growing success reaches VAT milestone
A café in the south of the Island says it's having to put up some prices - because it's been so successful.
Gov wants to hear from the Island's younger people
Young people are being invited to take part in a Government survey aimed at improving how it communicates and engages with them.
Braddan Commissioners to make offer on former Bee Gees home
Braddan Commissioners say they're interested in trying to buy a former Bee Gees home.
Major Liverpool docks regeneration plans unveiled
The area surrounding Liverpool's Isle of Man Ferry Terminal could be transformed under major regeneration plans now out for public consultation.
New powers proposed for housing authorities
The Island's housing authorities will get more powers to find living places for people who find themselves in exceptional circumstances.
Kids invited to create Manx-inspired friendship bracelets
Looking for something to keep the kids busy this summer? A friendship bracelet workshop is coming to the Manx Museum.
37 babies born at the Jane last month
A total of 37 babies were born at the Jane Crookall Maternity Unit in June, according to the latest figures.
Court rejects fraudster's freemason conspiracy claims
A man serving UK prison time for fraud and forgery isn't the victim of a shadowy criminal conspiracy involving Freemasons, a court has found.
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