Hashtag: #Covid19
Aim To Have Doctors & Pharmacies Offer Vaccine
Vaccinations will continue to be available at Pier 6 until March 31st and “after March 31st, we are working to have the Covid-19 vaccine available through physicians’ offices, as well as participating pharmacies,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. In releasing the latest test results, the Minister said, “First, second and booster... Read more of this article
Changes To SafeKey To Be Announced On Friday
[Updated] “Some immediate changes to SafeKey will be announced tomorrow,” Minister of Youth, Culture, and Sport Dr Ernest Peets said today [Feb 3]. The Government has repeatedly mentioned trying to learn to live with Covid, with most people projecting that Covid will be around for some time to come, and the schedule for tomorrow’s... Read more of this article
128 Positive, 471 Active, 18 In Hospital, 1 Death
The Ministry received 4169 test results – spanning three days — and 128 were positive, so active cases have decreased to 471, and there are now 18 people in hospital with 3 in ICU, and sadly the Minister confirmed there has been another coronavirus related death. “I am sad to report tonight that we have another coronavirus related death,”... Read more of this article
BTA CEO On Impact Of Travel Authorization Form
“We are working with the Ministry of Health to redefine and redesign the travel authorization, hopefully, to make it easier and simpler for everyone,” Bermuda Tourism Authority CEO Charles Jeffers II said. This was from Mr Jeffers during a live BNV interview where he answered some reader questions, with two pertaining to aspects surrounding... Read more of this article
NMAC TeleHealth Kits At Airport & Via Delivery
Northshore Medical Center’s [NMAC] Covid-19 test TeleHealth Kits are now sold at the airport and via the Sargasso Sea delivery service. A spokesperson said, “The mission at Northshore Medical Center [NMAC] is to ensure that Bermuda and her guests always have convenient, affordable healthcare solutions. Pre-pandemic, this was their mission... Read more of this article
Dr Ambrose To Join MDL, BHEC To Support
Dr. Pradeep Ambrose will join the MDL team to become the Primary Scientist “as part of a directorship transition,” the Bermuda Health Council will “continue to provide support,” and experienced lab operations personnel David Rogers and Andresa Bashir will provide ”operational support to the MDL team.” These changes... Read more of this article
241 Positive, 925 Active, 14 In Hospital, 2 In ICU
The Ministry received 6199 test results – spanning four days — and 241 were positive, so active cases have now decreased to 925, of which 14 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU, and sadly the Minister has confirmed there has been another coronavirus related death. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death”, said... Read more of this article
Minister Confirms Coronavirus Related Death
The Minister has confirmed the sad news that “Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death,” marking the 117th coronavirus related death since the start of the pandemic in 2020. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death. I extend my deepest condolences to everyone associated... Read more of this article
Video: “Love Circle” At Cabinet Grounds
A few people are gathering at the Cabinet Office grounds on Front Street in Hamilton this morning [Jan 31] for a “love circle,” with Enda Matthie saying they “would like to approach our protest from a different angle” and “do things that bring about healing.” Enda Matthie told Bernews, “This is a love circle.... Read more of this article
Health Minister On MDL Leadership Transition
“A plan for the transition of leadership for Bermuda Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory is already well developed,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, adding that “more information regarding the new leadership will be announced very shortly.” Speaking at yesterday’s [Jan 27] press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “I want to assure the... Read more of this article
120,535 Total Vaccinations, 72.9% Had One Dose
As of January 22nd, Bermuda has administered a total of 120,535 vaccinations and 72.9% of the population has received one dose, 71.6% have had two doses, and 64.8% of those eligible for a booster have received it. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “Since January 11, 2021, Bermuda residents have received a total... Read more of this article
‘View To Making Adjustments From February 4′
The Ministry of Health is “currently conducting a review” of the regulations “with a view to making adjustments to take effect from February 4,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. Speaking at yesterday’s [Jan 27] press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “With respect to the public health legislation, the Ministry of Health is... Read more of this article
Column: Tyrrell On Covid, Rules, Balance & More
[Opinion column written by MP Neville Tyrrell] We understand that there has been much public debate about Covid testing, quarantine, back to school and travel regulations. There are people in our population that have pre-existing conditions making them vulnerable to contracting Covid and being hospitalized. So, with them in mind, we have consistently... Read more of this article
290 Positive, 1404 Active, 7 In Hospital, 2 In ICU
The Ministry received 4174 test results – spanning three days — and 290 were positive, so active cases have now decreased to 1404, with 7 people in hospital, 2 of whom are in ICU, and sadly the Ministry confirmed there have been two more coronavirus related deaths. “Since our update on Monday, Bermuda has another two coronavirus related... Read more of this article
Govt Confirm Two Coronavirus Related Deaths
The Ministry has confirmed the sad news there have been two more coronavirus related deaths this month, bringing the total of coronavirus-related deaths since the start of the pandemic to 116. Speaking at today’s press conference, Health Minister Kim Wilson said, “Since our last update on Monday, Bermuda has, unfortunately, another two Covid-19... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid-19
[Updated] Health Minister Kim Wilson, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ayoola Oyinloye, and Bermuda Hospitals Board Chief of Staff Dr. Wesley Miller will be holding a press conference this afternoon [Jan 27] to update the public on Covid-19 and the live video below should start at around 3.00pm. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Update... Read more of this article
