Vedolizumab infusions

Summary

A request was made to Manx Care for the number of patients receiving Vedolizumab infusions at Noble's Hospital. The authority disclosed that six patients received the treatment between January 1st and July 31st, 2022.

Key Facts

• The request was received by Manx Care on 14 July 2022.
• The response was issued on 8 August 2022.
• The information covers the period from 1 January to 31 July 2022.
• Six patients had Vedolizumab treatment dispensed during this period.
• The treatment is administered at Noble's Hospital in Strang.

Data Disclosed

• 6 patients
• 1st January
• 31st July
• 14th July 2022
• 8 August 2022
• 2534397

Original Request

Can you please supply me with how many people on the island is currently getting Vedoliumab infusions through Manx care at Nobles hospital.

Data Tables (1)

Full Response Text

Manx Care Noble’s Hospital, Strang Braddan, Isle of Man IM4 4R (01624) 650 000

Our ref: 2534397 8 August 2022

Dear ###

We write further to your request which was received on 14th July 2022 which states:

"Can you please supply me with how many people on the island is currently getting Vedolizumab infusions through Manx care at Nobles hospital."

Our Response For the period between 1st January and 31st July 6 patients had treatment dispensed.

Please quote the reference number 2534397 in any future communications.

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