Dr. Okereke Wishes A Safe Bermuda Day
Dr. Okereke is wishing a safe Bermuda Day weekend, noting KEMH Emergency and BHB’s 24-hour mental health hotline are available for urgent needs.
A spokesperson said, “Wishing you all the best for the Bermuda Day holiday weekend! Please see below for a notice from our Chief of Emergency highlighting the services over public holiday and weekend.”
Chief of Emergency Dr Chikezie Dean Okereke said, “We hope everyone enjoys the running, swimming and parade this holiday weekend, but for anyone in need of emergency or urgent healthcare services, we will be here.
“The KEMH Emergency Department is open 24 hours throughout the weekend for medical emergencies and if someone experiences a mental health crisis they can call BHB’s 24-hour mental health crisis hotline 239-1111 for advice. As a special reminder, if an individual experiences stroke symptoms, they must come in to the Emergency Department immediately or call 911.
“Do not wait to see if symptoms resolve or think you can wait. A full recovery following a stroke can depend on you getting treatment in time. We see up to five stroke victims a week and time is often the most important deciding factor on their outcome.
“The Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre will be open for its usual weekend hours, 9am to 9pm, on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 May. It is not open on Friday 24 May. The UCC can help if you have an urgent, but not emergency, healthcare need. There will be an x-ray service available, so if someone hurts their ankle or arm, for example, they can get their diagnostics in St David’s while the UCC is open.
“However, if your issue does not require an immediate healthcare response, please remember that your family doctor is best placed to assist you. As your primary healthcare provider, they can advise, treat and refer you as necessary.
“Finally, look after yourself and ensure your family doesn’t have to deal with bad news this weekend by driving carefully and especially not taking drugs or drinking and driving. We cannot stress enough how important road safety is in preventing life-changing injuries and deaths. Please care for yourself and for all those in our community. Let’s enjoy this wonderful Bermuda holiday peacefully and safely.”
The spokesperson said, “For details on stroke symptoms, remember the BE FAST acronym: If you experience a sudden issue with your Balance, Eyes [vision], Face [one side drooping], Arm or leg weakness or Speech problems, it’s Time you call 911.”
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