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Registration Opens For 2024 Relay For Life
Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre announced the launch of Relay For Life 2024, an “inspiring event dedicated to celebrating survivors, remembering those with cancer and those no longer with us, and fighting back by raising awareness and crucial funds to support access to cancer prevention, detection, treatment. A spokesperson said, “Registration... Read more of this article
Hospitals Auxiliary Honours 75 Candy Stripers
Seventy-five candy stripers were recognised for their commitment and service at the annual Candy Striper Award Ceremony held on Saturday [Jan 6] in the First Floor Conference Room at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. A spokesperson said, “The candy striper service is one of the programs run by the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda [HAB]. Saturday’s... Read more of this article
Arscott Surgery Earns International Accreditation
Arscott Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery in Bermuda has achieved a milestone by “becoming the first internationally accredited surgical facility outside King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.” A spokesperson said, “This accomplishment is the result of successfully completing the accreditation process established by QUAD A, a global... Read more of this article
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
BHB Offer Raffle Prizes For Blood Donation
Bermuda Hospitals Board has announced a new initiative to boost blood donations with a Valentine’s Day raffle. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board today announces a raffle being run by the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre. Starting on Tuesday 2 January 2024, if an existing blood donor brings another person who hasn’t donated before... Read more of this article
Minister Kim Wilson Donates Blood
Earlier this week, Minister of Health Kim Wilson visited the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital to donate blood. Minister Wilson said, “Donating blood during the holidays is a powerful way to spread joy and goodwill. The festive season, while a time of celebration, can also increase accidents, medical emergencies, and... Read more of this article
Govt: ‘Prioritize Safety & Health’ During Holidays
As we approach the festive holiday season, the Ministry of Health Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit [ESU] wants to “remind our community to prioritize safety and health.” A Government spokesperson said, “With the increased travel and family gatherings during this joyous time, it’s crucial to be mindful of the potential risks... Read more of this article
Lamb Foggo Will Be Closed On December 25 & 26
Bermuda Hospitals Board extended wishes for a safe holiday weekend and advised that Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre [UCC] in St. David’s will be closed on Monday and Tuesday. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board wishes the public a safe and happy holiday weekend. If urgent medical care is required the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre [UCC]... Read more of this article
Specific Quaker Oats Products Recalled
The Ministry of Health has “been informed about the recall of specific granola bars and granola cereals by The Quaker Oats Company due to potential Salmonella contamination” and noted that “the authorized local distributor, Dunkley & Pioneer Dairies Ltd, has verified the removal of these products from the market.” A Government... Read more of this article
BHB: Please Do Not Visit Patients If You Are Sick
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] today “reminded people not to visit patients in hospital if they have respiratory symptoms, including patients in acute and critical care, Gosling [children’s] and maternity units, and residents in long term care units and group homes.” A spokesperson said, “With figures for respiratory illnesses rising... Read more of this article
Ministry: ‘Elevated Level Of Influenza Cases’
The Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit [ESU] at the Ministry of Health is “informing the public of an increase in reports of fever and respiratory symptoms, including Covid-19, common cold, strep throat, RSV and influenza in the community. ” A Government spokesperson said, “Of particular concern is the elevated level of influenza cases,... Read more of this article
Two Chronic Kidney Disease Screenings Held
The Bermuda Diabetes Association [BDA] hosted two community chronic kidney disease [CKD] screenings in collaboration with Carna Health. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Diabetes Association is proud to announce it hosted the first two community chronic kidney disease [CKD] screenings, in collaboration with Carna Health, aimed at increasing early... Read more of this article
Minister Wilson: Digital National Health Strategy
“The National Digital Health Strategy provides Bermuda with a comprehensive roadmap for the transformation of our digital health system,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, adding that “over time, digital health solutions can optimise processes, reduce administrative burdens, and lower healthcare costs.” Speaking in the House... Read more of this article
Column: How to Choose Safe Gifts For Christmas
[Column written by Dr Michael Flaherty] With Christmas just around the corner, it makes sense that December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month. Each year, an estimated 250,000 children are hospitalised in the United States alone with toy-related injuries and as the holiday season approaches, product hazards such as magnets become even more of an important... Read more of this article
Blood Donor Centre Calls For O Positive Blood
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is asking people with O positive blood to donate. Donors and potential donors are asked to call 236-5067 to make an appointment. A spokesperson said, “If you are unsure about your blood type but are willing to donate, please contact the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre at [441] 236-5067 or blood.donor@bhb.bm, by WhatsApp... Read more of this article
Kidney Care Bermuda Will Not Charge Copays
Local nephrology healthcare provider, Kidney Care Bermuda [KCB] announced that as of 1 January 2024 “they will no longer be charging patients copayments for kidney treatment [nephrology] services.” Chief Executive Officer of KCB, Ms. Irena Ashton said, “We made this decision to improve access to kidney care for residents and help them... Read more of this article