There have been 69 assaults on medical staff in the last 12 months.
The figures were confirmed in response to a written question in Tynwald yesterday.
Douglas South MHK Kate Beecroft asked Health and Social Care Minister how many assaults there had been in each of the last 12 months, broken down by ward.
Mr Ashford revealed there have been 4 incidents concerning doctors, but 69 regarding all clinical staff.
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MHK to ask about protection for rent deposits
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Health minister's LinkedIn hacked
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Tynwald committee to look into opportunities for youth
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Cannan welcomes stronger ties between UK and Manx police
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Sign up for the Parish Walk from next week
Registrations for the Parish Walk will open next week.
Drop-in HIV tests to mark World AIDS Day
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor announces Villa gig!
There'll be murder on the dance floor in the Villa next July!
