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Firefighters Raise $750 For Cancer Charity

Firefighters Raise $750 For Cancer Charity

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks commended firefighter Amaury Majors and the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service for raising $750 for the cancer care charity PALS through a t-shirt fundraising effort. “It is inspiring to see our departments and their staff giving back to the community in such meaningful ways,” said Minister of National... Read more of this article

Meritus Earns Top Mental Health Certification

Meritus Earns Top Mental Health Certification

Meritus Trust Company Limited has successfully achieved the first-ever Platinum Standard of the Bermuda Mental Health Foundation’s [BMHF] Mindful Employer Certification Program. A spokesperson said, “The Foundation launched the Mindful Employer Certification [MEC] Program in 2020. It is an initiative that seeks to challenge, highlight, and cultivate... Read more of this article

Felicia Montoute Joins Fresh Breath Dental

Felicia Montoute Joins Fresh Breath Dental

Fresh Breath Dental [FBD] is welcoming registered dental hygienist Felicia Montoute onto their team. A spokesperson said, “Felicia Montoute, a registered dental hygienist from St. Lucia who has worked in Bermuda for over two years, is now part of FBD’s hygiene team. She is a graduate of The City University of New York, a member of the Phi... Read more of this article

Hospital’s MRI Equipment Has Been Fixed

Hospital’s MRI Equipment Has Been Fixed

Bermuda Hospitals Board’s MRI equipment has been repaired and went through its first full day of scanning yesterday [Wednesday]. A spokesperson said, “Urgent patients have been prioritised and expanded hours are being offered to people who had their MRI examinations postponed to ensure they are scanned as soon as possible. “We thank... Read more of this article

Medical Doctors Association On Legislation

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

Dr. Okereke Wishes A Safe Bermuda Day

Dr. Okereke Wishes A Safe Bermuda Day

Dr. Okereke is wishing a safe Bermuda Day weekend, noting KEMH Emergency and BHB’s 24-hour mental health hotline are available for urgent needs. A spokesperson said, “Wishing you all the best for the Bermuda Day holiday weekend! Please see below for a notice from our Chief of Emergency highlighting the services over public holiday and weekend.” Chief... Read more of this article

‘MRI Equipment Is Currently Undergoing Repairs’

‘MRI Equipment Is Currently Undergoing Repairs’

Bermuda Hospitals Board’s MRI equipment is “currently undergoing repairs,” BHB said today. A spokesperson said, “The parts for the repair and the engineer are due on island early next week. The MRI is not usually required for emergency diagnostics, but patients who have MRI tests that are time sensitive, can be referred to other providers. “All... Read more of this article

BHB Offers Heartsaver CPR AED Training

BHB Offers Heartsaver CPR AED Training

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is celebrating CPR & AED Awareness Week this year with cardiopulmonary resuscitation [CPR] courses for the public. A spokesperson said, “BHB is an American Heart Association [AHA] International Training Center. All CPR courses follow AHA guidelines and standards. “A cardiac arrest can happen anywhere, and the victim... Read more of this article

InCare By People’s At Hamilton Medical Center

InCare By People’s At Hamilton Medical Center

The management and staff of the People’s Group said they are proud to announce the opening of InCare by People’s, saying that “this full-service dispensary will be located on the ground floor of the Hamilton Medical Center [HMC].” Tamara Richardson, the People’s Group CEO shared “We believe in the importance of HMC to healthcare... Read more of this article

Phone Issue At St. George’s Health Centre

Phone Issue At St. George’s Health Centre

The St. George’s Health Centre, located at 1 Old Military Road, St. George’s, is “currently experiencing a temporary disruption in phone and internet services,” the government said this morning [May 22]. A spokesperson said, “The clinic remains open. For queries or appointments related to child health services, please contact... Read more of this article

MoonGate Medical Holds First Health Fair

MoonGate Medical Holds First Health Fair

MoonGate Medical held a health fair at the Seventh Day Adventist Hall in Hamilton on May 9. A spokesperson said, “MoonGate Medical, a division of the MoonGate Group, held its first health fair at the Hamilton Seventh Day Adventist Hall on May 9th 2024. The theme was ‘know your numbers!’ “Participation from vendors spanned the... Read more of this article

Free Melanoma Awareness Event At City Hall

Free Melanoma Awareness Event At City Hall

Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre will host a free public presentation on melanoma and skin cancer prevention this Wednesday at the City Hall Arts Centre. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre is proud to announce an upcoming event dedicated to raising awareness about melanoma and skin cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.... Read more of this article

DailyMale Health Clinic Hosts First 2024 Event

DailyMale Health Clinic Hosts First 2024 Event

[Written by Patrick Bean] The DailyMale Men’s Health Clinic hosted a highly successful first event of 2024 on Saturday [May 18] at the Bermuda Industrial Union. Client traffic was brisk, as a clinic record 50 men were provided free offerings of testing for prostate cancer and cardiovascular disease between 9 am and 1 pm, with most grateful for the... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Bermuda Is Love Health Clinic

Photos & Video: Bermuda Is Love Health Clinic

Bermuda Is Love held a Free Community Health Clinic at St. John’s Church hall on Saturday [May 18] with an aim to “provide accessible healthcare opportunities.” A spokesperson previously said,”“The purpose of the Free Community Health Clinic is to provide accessible healthcare opportunities for all persons regardless of their... Read more of this article

Video: Ministry Observes World Hypertension Day

Video: Ministry Observes World Hypertension Day

The Ministry of Health observed World Hypertension Day on Friday, with the Health Minister urging people to “commit to embracing a nutritious diet, minimizing salt intake, managing blood pressure and cholesterol levels, prioritizing quality sleep, practicing stress-reducing techniques, and staying physically active.” Speaking at the event,... Read more of this article

Minister On Child Care Regulation Programme

Minister On Child Care Regulation Programme

Minister of Health Kim Wilson provided an update on the Department of Health’s Child Care Regulation Programme in the House of Assembly today [May 17]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to provide this House and the public with an update on the Department of Health’s Child Care Regulation Programme. The first... Read more of this article