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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
Music Therapy Session To Mark Alzheimer’s Day
[Written by Stephen Wright] Action on Alzheimer’s and Dementia [AAD] will celebrate World Alzheimer’s Day with their popular roster of events at the Peace Lutheran Church in Paget today [September 21]. Part of Alzheimer’s Month – a global campaign to create awareness about the misconceptions of dementia and Alzheimer’s – the event includes... Read more of this article
Dr Fountain On Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Dr. Annabel Fountain wants to raise awareness about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome [PCOS] that “affects so many women and is the leading cause of infertility.” A spokesperson said, “Mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and negative body image add to the physical burden of polycystic ovary syndrome [PCOS], a common endocrine... Read more of this article
Multiple Sclerosis Society Medical Symposium
The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda will hold their fifth Medical Symposium on October 14th and 15th at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. A spokesperson said, “Today, the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda announced plans to hold their fifth Medical Symposium, sponsored in part by The Argus Group. The two-day event will take... Read more of this article
Celebrating Wellness: Free Family Fun Event
A free event promoting healthy lifestyles will be staged at the Botanical Gardens next Wednesday [September 27]. Celebrating Wellness, which is recognised by the Health Promotion and Wellness Office of the Department of Health, will run from 5 pm to 8 pm and feature information booths, screenings, health food vendors and prizes. The Department has partnered... Read more of this article
Laverne Proctor Hopes Debut Book Inspires
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian author Laverne Proctor hopes her first book, Out of Shingles, charting her recovery from the condition, will help others navigate life a little easier. The book is published by Xulon Press, the largest Christian book publisher in North America. According to the CDC, one in three people will get Shingles, a viral... Read more of this article
“Steps To Mental Wellness” 3K Walk On Oct 14
The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation [BMHF] announced that the “Steps to Mental Wellness” 3K Walk will be held at 8.00am on October 14 at the Botanical Gardens. A spokesperson said, “This event aims to raise awareness and funds for mental health initiatives, including providing adequate housing for those with mental health disabilities.... Read more of this article
BHB To Host Free Falls Prevention Mini Expo
The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] will host a free ‘Falls Prevention Mini Expo’ on Thursday [Sept 21] from 2,00pm-5:30pm. A spokesperson said, “Falls can be a serious health risk, particularly for the elderly. On Thursday, Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] will celebrate international Falls Prevention Awareness Week with a mini expo for... Read more of this article
Health Ministry Statement On Covid-19 BA.2.86
The Ministry of Health said they “cannot confirm the presence of the new variant of Covid 19 BA.2.86 on the island” and explained the Ministry “recently sent samples to the Caribbean Public Health Agency [CARPHA] for sequencing, and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer continues to consult with the UK Health Security Agency [UKHSA]... Read more of this article
Evolution Healing On World Physiotherapy Day
Today [Sept 8] is World Physiotherapy Day and Evolution Healing Centre is highlighting “the link between arthritis and cardiovascular disease.” A spokesperson said, “This year’s focus is on arthritis, and Evolution Healing Centre has chosen to highlight the link between arthritis and cardiovascular disease. “Arthritis is a common... Read more of this article
Column: Going Back To School With Asthma
[Column written by Lindsay Bishop RN] Going back to school in September is an exciting and busy time for both students and parents, however if you are the parent of a child with Asthma it is important to be prepared. All over the world the start of the school year is known to bring a sharp rise in the number of asthma attacks and Emergency Room visits... Read more of this article
Dr Fountain On Diabetes Technology & More
Dr. Annabel Fountain, endocrinologist and Medical Director of Fountain Health is raising awareness of the use of technology to help people living with diabetes to control their sugars. A spokesperson said, “One of the most significant and rapidly spreading worldwide health issues of the 21st century is diabetes. In Bermuda, the known prevalence... Read more of this article
Parents Urged To Register Children With Asthma
The Minister of Health “encourages parents to register their children [ages 4-18yr] who have asthma on the 2023/2024 Bermuda Student Asthma Registry.” A Government spokesperson said, “A student with asthma needs to be added to the registry every year, as their health, school, address, contact details, etc. may have changed. If your... Read more of this article
