The average number of patients receiving haemodialysis on the island has increased steadily over the past three years, Health Minister has confirmed.
The information was revealed following a written question from Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Jason Moorhouse.
Monthly data taken from the first week of each month shows annual averages rising from 37.5 patients in 2023/24 to 43.1 in 2024/25, and 48.0 in 2025/26.
Minister Claire Christian MHK said patient numbers fluctuate throughout the year due to admissions, discharges and changes in treatment type.
A review of records also identified five patients over the same three‑year period who had been receiving dialysis outside the island before starting treatment locally.
