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2023 Employers Compliance Report
The Bermuda Health Council has released its 2023 Employers’ Compliance Annual Report, outlining key developments in employer compliance with health insurance obligations, in accordance with Section 20 of the Health Insurance Act 1970. A spokesperson said, ”Currently, Bermuda has an employer-based health insurance system, mandating that employers... Read more of this article
Health Council Seeks Community Engagement
The Bermuda Health Council is “expanding its engagement with the community as part of a commitment to support solutions for better population health.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Health Council believes that the health system should be shaped by the lived experiences of those who rely on the system every day. While data from studies... Read more of this article
Health Council Offer PIPA Compliance Training
The Bermuda Health Council is offering two training sessions to help healthcare organizations comply with the upcoming Personal Information Protection Act [PIPA]. A spokesperson said, “As Bermuda prepares for the full implementation of the Personal Information Protection Act [PIPA] on January 1, 2025, the Bermuda Health Council is offering two... Read more of this article
Council Holding Dementia Survey & Focus Groups
The Bermuda Health Council has launched a “comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting the enhancement of healthcare services for dementia patients.” A spokesperson said, “This initiative, which is part of the Health Council’s ongoing commitment to advancing population health, seeks input from caregivers, families, and healthcare professionals... Read more of this article
Residential Care Home Facilities Report
The Bermuda Health Council announced the release of its 2024 Residential Care Home Facilities Report. A spokesperson said, “As the island faces a projected 31% increase in residents aged 65 and older by 2029, this report highlights the current landscape of residential care in Bermuda, revealing significant trends and challenges in providing care for... Read more of this article
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
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
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
Health Council Warning: Fake Social Media Posts
The Bermuda Health Council has issued a public advisory regarding social media posts “disseminating false information purportedly originating from our organization.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Health Council is issuing a public advisory concerning recent social media posts disseminating false information purportedly originating... Read more of this article
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
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
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
