Hashtag: #Health
CariGenetics Congratulates Kappa Winners
CariGenetics congratulated the Bermuda Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Incorporated on another triumphant Kappa Classic tournament. A spokesperson said, “Special recognition goes out to the nine victorious teams: WFA Valencia [U7 Girls], Devonshire Colts Orange [U7 Boys], WFA Inter [U9 Girls], North Village Red [U9 Boys], BFLA Black [U11 Girls],... Read more of this article
Ministry Issues Reminder For Dr. Ball Scholarship
The Ministry of Health announced that applications for the Dr. Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship, are open until April 30th on the Bermuda Scholarships website. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health has issued a reminder that applications for the Dr. Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship are being accepted until April 30th.... Read more of this article
May 18: Free Men’s Health Clinic Set To Return
[Written by Patrick Bean] After a successful first year providing free health services to males 40 years and older, the DailyMale Men’s Health Clinic is set to return on Saturday, May 18. The clinic aims to address pervasive health conditions that have been identified as common threats to the local, mature male population, by offering free men’s... Read more of this article
HAB Expands Scholarship Support For Stripers
The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda [HAB] is expanding its scholarship support for people in its candy striper programme, with applications due by June 23. A spokesperson said, “The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda is pleased to announce the expansion of its scholarship support for people in its candy striper programme.” HAB President Pat Cerra... Read more of this article
Town Hall Meetings For Mental Health Month
Town Hall meetings are scheduled to mark Mental Health Awareness Month in May, focusing on adolescent mental health. A spokesperson said, “Observing Mental Health Awareness Month this May, a series of town hall meetings will be held across Bermuda, focusing on the mental health of adolescents. These gatherings will serve as a platform for presenting... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Vaccination Week Launches
The Department of Health kicked off Vaccination Week of the Americas with a wave to commuters, aiming to bolster immunization efforts and promote public health awareness. A Government spokesperson said, “Every year as part of Vaccination Week of the Americas, more than 40 countries and territories in the Americas come together to recognise the... Read more of this article
Diabetes Association To Participate In Ag Show
The Bermuda Diabetes Association [BDA] will advocate for healthier lifestyles at the upcoming 83rd Agricultural Exhibition. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Diabetes Association is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming 83rd Agricultural Exhibition, which will take place from April 18th to April 20th. As part of this longstanding... Read more of this article
WRC Advocates For Birth & Parenting Education
The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] said they are ”committed to providing essential opportunities for maternal, birthing and parenting education and work with our community partners to deliver equitable services to support women as they navigate pregnancy, birth and infant parenting. A spokesperson said, “The Women’s Resource Centre... Read more of this article
Atlantic Podiatry Launches $47,000 Scholarship
Atlantic Podiatry is celebrating its one year anniversary with the launch of “a $47,000 scholarship for a deserving Bermudian to pursue a career in podiatry in the UK.” Matthew Francis, owner and senior podiatrist, said, “April is not just the beginning of springtime but also marks Foot Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to understanding... Read more of this article
First 1,000 Days Integrated Care Pathway
Dr. Sylvanus Nawab and Minister of Health Kim Wilson provided an update on the First 1,000 Days Integrated Care Pathway. Dr. Sylvanus Nawab’s statement follows below: “Thank-you Minister Wilson and good morning. The first five years of a child’s life is the time within which their brains are developing rapidly – their brain cells are... Read more of this article
Opinion: Kim Swan On OBA, Health Costs & More
[Opinion column written by Kim Swan] The One Bermuda Alliance’s recent series of opinion columns said in several hundred words what they could have simply said in five. “Let’s do nothing for Bermudians.” The One Bermuda Alliance may be oblivious to the real financial struggles that Bermudians are facing but we within the Progressive... Read more of this article
Ministry Announces Public Health Week Activities
The Department of Health announced Public Health Week festivities, inviting the public to participate in events from April 7 to 12. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Health invites all members of the public to join in the festivities of Public Health Week, April 7 – 12.” “The Department of Health hosts a weeklong series... Read more of this article
Bermuda To Observe World Health Day
World Health Day on April 7 is set to draw attention to public health concerns, with this year’s focus on the theme “My Health, My Right.” A Government spokesperson said, “On Sunday, April 7, countries globally will observe World Health Day. “World Health Day, held every year on April 7, marks the anniversary of the founding... Read more of this article
Susan Jackson On Healthcare Communication
“It is disheartening to see a GP expressing his ongoing frustration regarding ineffective communication from King Edward VII Memorial Hospital,” Shadow Health Minister Susan Jackson said. Ms Jackson said, “The One Bermuda Alliance has been speaking about the challenges in healthcare on the island for awhile and the Government has failed... Read more of this article
CAS, Family Centre & Solstice Collaborate
Representatives from prominent local adolescent mental health service organizations – Child and Adolescent Services [CAS], Family Centre, and Solstice have been working together to address crucial enhancements needed within the adolescent mental health care framework. A spokesperson said, “This collaboration, an extension of the Adolescent Mental... Read more of this article
Applications Open: Dr Barbara Ball Scholarship
“The Minister of Health encourages students studying for a career in public health to apply for the Dr. Barbara Ball, Public Health Scholarship,” said Minister of Health Kim Wilson. “This scholarship is designed for individuals passionate about making a difference in Bermuda’s public health field and is awarded annually to Bermudian... Read more of this article
