The Manx Emergency Doctors Service received more than 18,000 calls last year.
In Tynwald earlier this week Rushen MHK Juan Watterson asked health and social care member Ann Corlett about the facility.
In response she revealed 18,130 telephone calls were made between January to December in 2016, 8,627 face to face appointments and 821 home visits.
Mrs Corlett also said although there is only one doctor on hand during the week, there is always another doctor on call if MEDS are busy.
Event to celebrate women in farming
The Department for Environment, Food and Agriculture is inviting people to an event celebrating women in farming.
Engineers confirm source of gas smell in Ramsey
Reports of a gas smell in Ramsey yesterday prompted engineers to carry out emergency works.
MHK questions if Island phones will get national warning alert
Will Island residents receive a test national warning alarm on their phones?
Trainee officers take on 40 mile kayak mission
Student constables will tackle a 40-mile kayak challenge this weekend for charity.
Join the RNLI team and help keep our waters safe
Ever wanted to join the RNLI? Well now's your chance!
Ramsey fireworks cancelled
A planned fireworks display in the north of the Island has been cancelled this weekend due to bad weather.
Plans to promote Manx goods to be scrutinised by MHKs
Efforts to promote Manx produce will come under scrutiny next week in the House of Keys.
Council announces final dates for garden waste collection
Douglas Council has announced the last dates it'll collect garden waste this year.
