An Island businessman heads off later today (Friday) for one of his biggest ever challenges.
Sixty year-old Andrew Beaman is tackling 100 kilometres across the Northern Sahara.
Ahead of his trek, in which he'll raise money for McMillan Cancer Support on the Island, he's focusing on the positives.
Procedures at Noble's Hospital cancelled due to 'significant pressures'
Manx Care experiencing 'very high demand'
Medical Society calls for 'statutory elected body' as chief exec exits Manx Care
IOMMS says it's 'essential that the momentum for fundamental reform is maintained'
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Manx Care's five-year history broken down
Teresa Cope: Reaction as Manx Care CEO steps down
What comes next for the Island's healthcare provider?
Manx Care CEO to step down
Teresa Cope to leave role after five and a half years