Situation on wards contrasts with 'phoney war' of briefings
The education minister has praised the brave work of the staff on the 'front line' of the battle against coronavirus.
Dr Alex Allinson answered questions from the media at the latest daily briefing from the Manx government.
Among them, he was asked what is was like for those working to save lives and help people recover at Noble's Hospital and the emotional impact it was having:
Doctors vote in favour of industrial action
Follows dispute over pay and 'state of the Island's health service'
More hearings into windfarm proposals later this month
Final sessions before examining body considers recommendations
Last chance to contribute to public consultation on livestock worrying
ManxSPCA says Isle of Man should follow UK's example
Island 'needs to do more' to celebrate its best known residents
Tourism professional wants to see more recognition for the likes of the Bee Gees and Sir Mark Cavendish
Hospitality boss says losing website address has 'massively' affected business
Calls for urgent review of way .im domain disputes are handled