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Health Council & University Launch Survey
The Health Council and the University of the West Indies have launched the Population Norms in Bermuda survey to gather comprehensive health data. A spokesperson said, “The Health Council, in collaboration with the University of the West Indies, is excited to announce the full launch of the Population Norms in Bermuda survey. This important survey... Read more of this article
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Govt To Amend Health Council Legislation
Minister of Health Kim Wilson announced plans to amend the Bermuda Health Council Amendment Act 2024, with the “proposed amendment to be laid in the Senate, which will remove the penalty of imprisonment.” Minister Wilson said, “I am holding this press conference to address the recent developments related to the Bermuda Health Council... Read more of this article
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Medical Doctors Association On Legislation
The Bermuda Medical Doctors Association has proposed revisions to the Bermuda Health Council Amendment Act 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Medical Doctors Association [BMDA] has commissioned Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited to conduct a legal analysis of the Bermuda Health Council Amendment Act 2024 [BHCAA 2024]. This analysis highlights several... Read more of this article
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Carna & BHC Offer Free Kidney Screenings
Carna Health, in partnership with the Bermuda Health Council, has offered complimentary screenings across various locations in Bermuda aimed at detecting chronic kidney disease and its stage. The Government said, “Carna Health in collaboration with the Bermuda Health Council, will offer complimentary screenings aimed at identifying the presence... Read more of this article
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Health Council Launches Online Survey
The Bermuda Health Council has launched a survey about health in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “We’re from the Bermuda Health Council, and we’re conducting a quick survey about health in Bermuda. The responses are anonymous. “We know that your time is very important, so we’ve made this survey short. It should take less than... Read more of this article
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BHC & Ignite Partner For Accelerator Programme
The Bermuda Health Council, stewards of Bermuda’s Health Innovation Fund, announced a “groundbreaking partnership with Ignite Bermuda, the island’s privately funded entrepreneurial accelerator.” A spokesperson said, “This collaboration marks the Health Council’s strategic shift towards supporting sustainable and effective... Read more of this article
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Bermuda Health Council Public Notices
The Bermuda Health Council is informing the public that their “registration process is experiencing disruptions due to the recent government network interruption.” Public Notice #1: Registration Process Interruption A spokesperson said, “Dear valued stakeholders, “The Bermuda Health Council wishes to inform you that our registration... Read more of this article
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BHEC CEO On Argus Buying Part Of BF&M
Following the news that an Argus subsidiary has entered into an agreement to purchase 36.9% of BF&M, Bermuda Health Council CEO Dr Ricky Brathwaite said that “while the transaction centers on company shares, we are monitoring the potential implications for the health insurance market and service provider consolidation.” Dr Brathwaite,... Read more of this article
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Health Council: Experts In Various Fields
In support of their growing regulatory responsibilities, the Health Council has “created an inspectorate of individuals with various areas of expertise” to “make sure that we have the right people in place.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Health Council registers and licenses various health businesses and conducts inspections... Read more of this article
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Home Care Agencies Reminded To Re-Register
The Bermuda Health Council is reminding “all registered Home Care agencies that their registration status is set to expire on March 31st, 2023.” A spokesperson said, “All Home Care agencies are required to re-register their business with the Bermuda Health Council if they wish to be reimbursed for claims under Future Care or the Health... Read more of this article
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Health Council On Re-Registration Period
The Bermuda Health Council noted that they are “responsible for coordinating the registration of select regulated health professionals, monitoring the efficiency and effectiveness of the registration processes and making recommendations for enhancements.” A spokesperson said, “Within that responsibility, and upon completion of the... Read more of this article
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BHEC: “Expand Access To Critical Medicines”
The Bermuda Health Council [Health Council] said they are “working with stakeholders to expand access to critical medicines” and “obtaining essential data from pharmacies and wholesalers on medication use and pricing will improve access to medications to all community members regardless of their economic situation.” Bermuda... Read more of this article
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Joint Strategic Needs Assessment Launched
The Chief Medical Officer, in partnership with the Bermuda Health Council, recently hosted an event that brought together professionals from health and social care with representatives from the government, the non-profit sector and patient representatives to launch the process of developing Bermuda’s Joint Strategic Needs Assessment. Minister... Read more of this article
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BHEC: Transition To Online Payment System
The Bermuda Health Council is informing the general public that the Health Council is transitioning to a new online health professional registration payment portal as of 1st October 2022. A spokesperson said, “The online payment portal allows regulated health professionals to submit payment for their registration application in minutes and no... Read more of this article
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Health Council: Public Health Survey Reminder
The Bermuda Health Council is reminding the public to sign up by September 5 to take part in the public health survey. A spokesperson said, “Thank you for your participation in aiding to enhance the Bermuda healthcare system. We are getting closer to reaching our goal, but are seeking 255 more participants to sign up by 5th September. “The mission... Read more of this article