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Ministry Updates On Covid-19 Vaccination Efforts

Ministry Updates On Covid-19 Vaccination Efforts

“I am quite pleased with the success of the recent Covid-19 and influenza vaccination campaign,” said Minister of Health Kim Wilson, “The demand was overwhelming, and I extend my gratitude to the dedicated team at the Hamilton Health Clinic for their tireless efforts in ensuring that everyone who wanted the vaccine had the opportunity to receive... Read more of this article

Covid-19 And Influenza Vaccines Available

Covid-19 And Influenza Vaccines Available

The Department of Health announced that Covid-19 and Influenza vaccines available at Hamilton Health Centre at 67 Victoria Street, Hamilton, by appointment only. A Government spokesperson said, “These vaccinations are an essential part of our efforts to protect Bermuda residents against respiratory infections, which can be severe and life-threatening. “The... Read more of this article

Health Ministry Statement On Covid-19 BA.2.86

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

Minister: Covid-19 Public Information & Guidance

Minister: Covid-19 Public Information & Guidance

“Unfortunately, there is evidence of increasing Covid-19 infections in the community,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, adding that “however, the good news is that we are better positioned to manage the outbreaks because of the high vaccination rates and a less deadly virus strain.” Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday... Read more of this article

Ministry: Increasing Covid-19 In Community

Ministry: Increasing Covid-19 In Community

“Unfortunately, there is evidence of increasing COVID-19 infections in the community,” said Minister of Health Kim Wilson. “However, the good news is that we are better positioned to manage the outbreaks because of the high vaccination rates and a less deadly virus strain. “I want to remind the public to continue taking precautions to avoid... Read more of this article

U.S. Consul: Travel Vaccine Policy To End

U.S. Consul: Travel Vaccine Policy To End

Starting on May 12th, “noncitizen nonimmigrant air passengers will no longer need to show proof of being fully vaccinated with an accepted Covid-19 vaccine to board a flight to the United States,” the U.S. Consulate in Bermuda confirmed. A spokesperson said, “On May 1, the Biden-Harris Administration announced updates to the U.S. Covid-19... Read more of this article

Covid Is No Longer Global Health Emergency

Covid Is No Longer Global Health Emergency

The World Health Organization [WHO] announced today [May 5] that they have determined that “Covid-19 is now an established and ongoing health issue which no longer constitutes a public health emergency of international concern.” The statement comes three years after the WHO first declared its highest level of alert over the virus. The official... Read more of this article

U.S. To End Covid Vaccine Policy For Travelers

U.S. To End Covid Vaccine Policy For Travelers

The United States announced a range of changes to their Covid policies, including the end of “the Covid-19 vaccine requirements for Federal employees, Federal contractors, and international air travelers at the end of the day on May 11.” The statement released by the White House said, “In 2021, the Biden-Harris Administration announced... Read more of this article

Govt Advisory: Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate

Govt Advisory: Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate

The Ministry of Health is advising “residents needing a copy of their Covid-19 vaccination certificate can request a copy from the Department of Health’s Program on Immunization by emailing: immunizationrequest@gov.bm.” “If you already have a valid Covid-19 vaccination certificate that shows you are fully immunized [2 doses], there... Read more of this article

Island Records Two Covid Related Deaths

Island Records Two Covid Related Deaths

The Bermuda Government has released the latest Covid-19 figures, with the island recording two coronavirus-related deaths, bringing the total to 165 since the pandemic began in 2020. There are now 10 known active cases, with one of the 10 people in hospital, and a total of 18,860 cases recorded overall since 2020. You can find more information on... Read more of this article

Oral Antiviral Treatment For Covid Available

Oral Antiviral Treatment For Covid Available

The Ministry of Health is reminding the public that Covid-19 antivirals and therapeutics, Paxlovid and Molnupiravir, are available in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “These oral antivirals are available by prescription only from a physician.” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Oral antivirals are pills that can stop the virus that... Read more of this article

Auditor General Releases TA Program Report

Auditor General Releases TA Program Report

Auditor General Heather Thomas today released a Report on the administration of Bermuda’s Travel Authorization program. A spokesperson said, “This report is her third public interest report supporting Parliament in its examination of the Government of Bermuda’s continuing response to the coronavirus [COVID-19]. “This report focuses on... Read more of this article

Island Records Two Covid Related Deaths

Island Records Two Covid Related Deaths

The Bermuda Government has released the latest Covid-19 figures, with the island recording two coronavirus-related deaths, bringing the total to 163 since the pandemic began in 2020. There are now 13 known active cases, with three of the 13 people in hospital, and a total of 18,849 cases recorded overall since 2020. You can find more information... Read more of this article

Island Records Another Covid Related Death

Island Records Another Covid Related Death

The Bermuda Government has released the latest Covid-19 figures, with the island recording another coronavirus-related death, bringing the total to 161 since the pandemic began in 2020. There are now 6 known active cases, with three of the 6 people in hospital, and a total of 18,836 cases recorded overall since 2020. You can find more information... Read more of this article

Covid: 15 Known Active Cases, None In Hospital

Covid: 15 Known Active Cases, None In Hospital

The Bermuda Government has released the latest Covid-19 figures, and there are now 15 known active cases. The amount of recorded deaths remains at 160, the same as last week, and there has now been a total of 18,828 cases recorded since 2020. You can find more information on the links below from our dedicated website BermudaCovid.com, which is the... Read more of this article

Cannonier & Watson’s Court Trial Delayed

Cannonier & Watson’s Court Trial Delayed

The trial of Sophia Cannonier and Michael Watson has been delayed. The couple –  who are accused of matters related to Covid-19 quarantine rules which are alleged to have occurred in July 2021 – appeared in Magistrates Court court this morning [March 7] however the matter was delayed, and another court date has been set, with a mention... Read more of this article