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Covid: 573 Tests Results, None Were Positive
There were 573 test results received today and none were positive for COVID-19, so the total of confirmed positive cases remains at 153, with 7 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “Today there were 573 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19. “Bermuda has 153 total confirmed positive... Read more of this article
Dr Binns Commends Ministry Of Health Staff
Today, the Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns issued the following statement expressing support of the Ministry of Health’s Public Officers. Dr. Binns said, “The last five months have been some of the most difficult and challenging that our Country has faced. Navigating through the COVID-19 pandemic and mitigating its associated risks... Read more of this article
Dr Fosker: “Covid-19 & Cancer Care In Bermuda”
Dr Chris Fosker, a radiation oncologist at the Bermuda Cancer & Health Centre [BCHC], had an article — titled “Covid-19 & Cancer Care In Bermuda” — published in The Lancet, which is considered to be quite a prestigious publication in the medical arena. The article, which can be read in full here, details the changes made... Read more of this article
BHEC: Chronic Disease Innovation Programme
The Bermuda Health Council released a new report published on the Chronic Disease Innovation Programme. A spokesperson said, “For the first time, the Health Council is pleased to share a new report published on the Chronic Disease Innovation Programme. “This report outlines the programmes priorities and the role of the Health Council in... Read more of this article
Two New Cases, One Breaches Quarantine
Two new cases of Covid-19 were imported on the Delta flight yesterday [July 15] by returning residents, Minister Kim Wilson said, adding that “unfortunately one of the persons involved did not adhere to the required quarantine period and attended their workplace.” Speaking at this evening’s press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “Today... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid-19
[Updating] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [July 16] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime, the live video is below. Update: There were two more confirmed positive cases; both imported on a flight and today’s statistics are below. Update: Health Minister Kim... Read more of this article
Lisa Wingood To Hold Yoga Classes At NMB
For the next two Saturdays [July 18 and 25], registered yoga teacher Lisa Wingood will be holding yoga classes at the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] from 8:30am – 9:30am. Participants will have the unique opportunity of doing yoga outside, on the grounds of the historic Keep Fort which houses the Museum. When asked about the classes, NMB Advancement... Read more of this article
BMDA On Argus Acquisition Of Medical Practices
“Our disappointment was not because of the sale itself, but because Argus stated that one of the reasons for doing it was to help to better the healthcare of the Island,” the Bermuda Medical Doctors Association said, adding that “a statement that says it ‘will benefit all’, but blatantly only benefits a few, is contradictory... Read more of this article
‘SIP Series’ Virtual Workshop Set For Thursday
An online event dubbed ‘SIP Series: Healthy Doesn’t Have To Be Hard!’ with Agathe Holowatinc will be held live on Zoom on Thursday [July 16] at 5.30pm, with the event to serve as a fundraiser for the Family Centre. The Family Centre website said, “It’s summertime! Join integrative nutrition health coach and healthy food chef Agathe... Read more of this article
Covid-19: Over 13 Million Cases Worldwide
With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has now surpassed 13 million, with over 570,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. A CNN story said, “More than 13 million people globally have been infected with Covid-19... Read more of this article
Reminder: BOA “Healthy Athlete” Webinars
The Medical Committee of the Bermuda Olympic Association [BOA] is reminding the public that they will be hosting free webinars focused on the health and development of athletes. A spokesperson said, “This week’s session – The Nervous System and Mindfulness: Let’s Get Connected – hosted by Maureen Ryan is being held Wednesday at Barr’s... Read more of this article
Column: What’s A Healthy Drink Limit & Type
[Opinion column written by Agathe Holowatinc] It’s summertime! That means boat parties, raft ups, weddings and other celebrations, evenings out, live music and amazing DJs, beach parties, pool parties, and more! If you know me, I love to dance and to celebrate important occasions, and I feel that life is truly meant to be enjoyed to the fullest. However,... Read more of this article
