Hashtag: #CovidVaccine
Booster Now Available To Over 18-Year-Olds
“The booster vaccine is now available to anyone 18 years of age or older who has had their second Covid vaccination dose a minimum of 6 months ago,” the Government said. In releasing tonight’s test results, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “The booster vaccine is now available to anyone 18 years of age or older who has had their second... Read more of this article
102,468 Total Vaccinations, 71.5% Had One Dose
As of November 20th, Bermuda has administered a total of 102,468 vaccinations and 71.5% of the population has received one dose, 70.2% have had two doses, while 16.9% of the population has also received a booster. A Government spokesperson said, “We have completed week 45 of vaccinations. Since January 11th, Bermuda has administered a total of... Read more of this article
Age Concern Launches Covid-19 Booster Hotline
Starting on Monday [Nov 22] people aged 50+ will have the option of calling Age Concern’s Covid-19 Booster Hotline to receive information on the Covid-19 vaccine, and register for their booster shot appointment over the phone. A spokesperson said, “Beginning Monday, November 22nd, members of the public, aged 50+ who have been fully vaccinated for... Read more of this article
95,829 Total Vaccinations, 70.6% Had One Dose
As of October 30th, Bermuda has administered a total of 95,829 vaccinations — an increase of 3,059 from the week prior – and 70.6% of the population has received one dose. Speaking at the most recent press conference, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “We have completed week 42 of vaccinations. Since January 11th, Bermuda has administered... Read more of this article
City Provides Pier 6 As Vaccination Location
In an “effort to support the national Covid-19 response,” the City of Hamilton said they have “granted the Department of Health use of the Pier 6 [lower] facility as a temporary vaccination center for the months of November and December 2021 and waived all associated rental fees.” A spokesperson explained, “Included in... Read more of this article
Sports, Team Selection, Vaccine, Travel, More
[Written by Don Burgess] Team selection in the age of vaccine mandates is causing sports organizations to jump through extra hoops. Some like the Bermuda Olympic Association and the Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association are going forward with a policy that only vaccinated athletes will be considered for selection. Others, such as the Bermuda Football... Read more of this article
92,770 Total Vaccinations, 70.4% Had One Dose
As of October 23rd, Bermuda has administered a total of 92,770 vaccinations — an increase of 3,741 from the week prior – and 70.4% of the population has received one dose. The increase of 3,741 from the week prior is substantially higher than past weeks — which have been under 1,000 per week for some time — and while not stated,... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Vaccine, Emoji & Airplane
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an emoji wearing a mask with a Bermuda flag and holding a vaccine syringe, set against a travel backdrop, with the concept a nod to the policy the United States is implementing on November 8th, 2021 requiring foreign nationals to be fully vaccinated. The design is also available... Read more of this article
Vaccinations Available At Hamilton Health Centre
Covid-19 vaccinations are available, by appointment only, at the Hamilton Health Centre every Tuesday from 2 – 4 pm. The Bermuda Government posted the graphic below on social media, saying: “Starting today, Tuesday, October 26, Covid-19 vaccinations are available at the Hamilton Health Centre, 67 Victoria Street, every Tuesday from 2 – 4 pm. “These... Read more of this article
Consulate Confirm Vaccine Policy Starts Nov 8
The policy that will require foreign nationals – with only limited exceptions – to be fully vaccinated to fly to the United States, starts on November 8th, the U.S. Consulate in Bermuda has confirmed. The Consulate’s statement said there will be exceptions for children — the official website states “children under 18 are exempted... Read more of this article
Column: BIU’s ‘Out-Of-The-Box’ Leadership
[Written by Glenn Fubler] In September, the Bermuda Medical Doctors Association penned a letter encouraging all residents to seriously consider getting vaccinated for Covid, upon the advice of their physician. 104 doctors signed-off in support, within a fortnight. Now, almost 100 additional ‘Health Professionals’ have confirmed their concurrence... Read more of this article
Approximately 2,000 Boosters Administered
“The total boosters administered to date is approximately 2000,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, explaining that the “programme is now administering approximately 300 person per day per centre. ” Speaking at last night’s [Oct 20] press conference, Minister Wilson said, “The booster programme successfully started... Read more of this article
198 Professionals Sign Letter Supporting Vaccine
Another 96 medical professionals have now signed a letter in support of the Covid-19 vaccine, with the open letter now having close to 200 signatories. A spokesperson said, “Another 96 medical professionals have now signed a letter in support of the Covid-19 vaccine. The open letter, first released on September 23, now has close to 200 signatures,... Read more of this article
89,029 Total Vaccinations, 70% Had One Dose
As of October 16th, Bermuda has administered a total of 89,029 vaccinations — an increase of 612 from the week prior – and 70% of the population has received one dose, which the Health Minister called “encouraging” and “good news.” In releasing tonight’s test results, a Government spokesperson said, “We have... Read more of this article
BIU: Listen To Doctor, Not Social Media Quacks
The BIU Executive has sent a letter to their members encouraging them to please “seriously consider getting vaccinated,” have the “conversation with your family doctor” and to “stop listening to the social media quacks.” The letter sent to their members said, “The BIU Executive Board is sending this message... Read more of this article
US Vaccine/Travel Policy To Begin On Nov 8
The first phase of the new United States travel policy that requires foreign nationals to be vaccinated will reportedly begin on November 8th. White House Assistant Press Secretary Kevin Munoz tweeted, “The US’ new travel policy that requires vaccination for foreign national travelers to the United States will begin on Nov 8. This announcement... Read more of this article
