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Covid: Latest Stats On Hospitalisations & Deaths
[Updated] The Government has released updated statistics on the vaccination status of hospitalisations and deaths, with the latest data covering up until January 15, 2022. The chart shows that as far as the 323 hospitalisations [including repeat admissions] 275 were “not fully vaccinated” while 48 were “fully vaccinated,” and... Read more of this article
Minister Reminds Parents To Wait For Results
Minister of Health Kim Wilson has reminded parents that they “should not send your child to school until you have received their negative coronavirus test result.” In releasing the latest test results, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “We are receiving reports of parents sending their children to school without first waiting to receive... Read more of this article
‘Trying To Source Supply As Quickly As Possible’
The vaccine for the 5 to 11 year old age group is “not available through Public Health England, and we are trying to source a supply as quickly as possible,” the Ministry said. In releasing the tonight’s test results, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “We have had a lot of queries regarding Covid-19 vaccinations for children aged... Read more of this article
496 Positive, 1719 Active, 16 In Hospital, 3 In ICU
The Ministry received 7344 test results – spanning four days — and 496 were positive, so there are 1719 active cases, of which 16 people are in hospital, with 3 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry also confirmed there have been two more coronavirus related deaths. The 1719 active cases is a decrease from the record high 1953 earlier this month,... 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, bringing the total of coronavirus-related deaths since the start of the pandemic to 114, with four of the deaths announced this month. Minister of Health, Kim Wilson said, “Today we are reporting another two coronavirus related deaths. I extend heartfelt... Read more of this article
Column: Smith On Education, Covid Tests, More
[Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Ben Smith] In September 2021, the OBA praised the Minister of Education for making in-person learning a priority. The world has seen the impact that Covid has had on children and there is consensus that in person learning is critical to the development of students. Knowing that in person learning had to be... Read more of this article
Online Petition Calls For Eliminating SafeKey
An online petition has been launched calling to eliminate the use of SafeKey, with the petition — which the website indicates was started 14 hours ago — attaining over 800 signatures as of this writing. The petition said, “SafeKey has been detrimental to the Bermuda restaurant industry and small businesses that have already been hit hard... Read more of this article
118,548 Total Vaccinations, 72.7% Had One Dose
As of January 15th, Bermuda has administered a total of 118,548 vaccinations and 72.7% of the population has received one dose, 71.5% have had two doses, while 39.5% of the population has also received a booster. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “Since 11th January, Bermuda residents have received a total of 118,548... Read more of this article
622 Positive, 1886 Active, 14 In Hospital, 2 In ICU
The Ministry received 8187 test results – spanning 5 days — and 622 were positive, so there are now 1886 active cases, of which 14 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry has confirmed there have been two coronavirus related deaths. The 1886 active cases is a decrease from the record high 1953 a few days ago. “I... Read more of this article
Govt Confirm Two Coronavirus Related Deaths
The Ministry has confirmed the sad news there have been two coronavirus related deaths, bringing the total of coronavirus-related deaths since the start of the pandemic to 112. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “I am saddened to report two coronavirus related deaths since our last update. I extend my sincere condolences to the family, friends... Read more of this article
CG Distributes More Than 75,000 Antigen Tests
CG Insurance has distributed more than 75,000 rapid antigen test kits free of charge since late October in an effort to help curb the spread of Covid-19 in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The kits, which are authorised by the MHRA for use in the UK and approved by the Bermuda Government, offer a quick and easy way for people to test for the presence... Read more of this article
Covid: CDC Moves Bermuda Back To Level 4
The United States CDC has now moved Bermuda back to “Level 4: Very High Level of Covid-19 in Bermuda” — the highest level — saying that people should “avoid travel to Bermuda.” It further notes that “if you must travel to Bermuda, make sure you are fully vaccinated before travel” and “because of the current situation in Bermuda, even... Read more of this article
Column: OBA Want ‘It Both Ways On Covid’
[Opinion column written by Senator Owen Darrell] On January 10th, Michael Dunkley shared the skyrocketing Omicron case numbers and said, “Let’s wear our mask and keep our bubble tight.” The graphic that he shared said “Not good, let’s do all we can to stop the spread.” Then on January 13th, Michael Dunkley called for a complete end to all... Read more of this article
“Restrictions Relating To Curfew Will Expire”
“The current restrictions relating to Curfew will expire as of 5:00 am on 20 January 2022,’” the Ministry advised today, adding that other restrictions will remain in place such as maximum group sizes of 20 people. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health today announces that effective Friday, 21 January 2022 the... Read more of this article
Public Health Emergency Order Notice Posted
The notice saying the Public Health [Covid-19] Emergency Order has been extended for 30 days — until February 27th — has been posted online, having passed in the House last month. The document — which has an operative date of today — said, “The Public Health [Covid-19] Emergency Order 2021 is extended for 30 days. Accordingly,... Read more of this article
“Progress Towards Living With The Coronavirus”
As part of an effort toward what the Government said is “progress towards living with the coronavirus,” some Covid policies have been adjusted, with the day 10 arrival test being dropped, school testing regime moving from PCR to antigen, and mandatory quarantine no longer required for vaccinated close contacts without symptoms. During the last... Read more of this article
