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0 New Cases, 111 Active, 6 In Hospital, 2 In ICU
The Ministry received 1267 test results and none were positive for Covid-19, so there are 111 active cases, of which 6 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU. This marks the first time in weeks that zero new cases have been officially announced — on Saturday there were 0 positive out of 985 results which was included in Monday’s announcement... Read more of this article
Vaccine Locations: TCD, St David’s, NSC, More
This week and next week, the mobile vaccination centres will be available at locations including the Southampton Princess, TCD, Open Door Christian Fellowship in St. David’s, Sandys Secondary Middle School and the National Sports Centre in Devonshire. This was announced during last night’s [May 18] press conference, with Health Minister Kim... Read more of this article
Digital Covid SafeKey Programme Launched
A digital Covid SafeKey — which is available after receiving a “negative coronavirus test result” or “being fully immunised” – will be rolled out, with a QR code generated that can be read by a phone, with an aim to allow for indoor dining, larger events and more. Speaking at last night’s [May 18] press conference,... Read more of this article
65,497 Total Covid-19 Vaccinations Administered
As of May 15th, Bermuda has administered a total of 65,497 vaccinations, with 47.7% of the population having received two doses thus far. Speaking during tonight’s press conference, Health Minister Kim Wilson provided vaccination statistics, saying, “We have completed the eighteenth full week of vaccinations. From January 11 to May 15, 2021,... Read more of this article
CG Insurance To Provide Free Health Bags
“To thank those who are now fully vaccinated, CG Insurance will give away free wellness health bags later this week to those who show their Government-issued Covid-19 Immunization Card,” the company said today. A spokesperson said, “It has been proven that individuals getting vaccinated is the most direct way to get our global economies... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Covid-19 Press Conference
[Updated] The Government will be holding a press conference this evening [May 18] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates are in this article, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 5.30pm or a bit later. Some of the highlights... Read more of this article
AXA XL Donates $40,000 To Vaccination Clinic
AXA XL has donated $40,000 to the Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation [BHCF] to support the Covid-19 vaccination clinic at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital. A spokesperson said, “AXA XL’s donation is in response to the Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation’s appeal for individuals and businesses to help cover the cost of running the Bermuda... Read more of this article
11 New Cases, 161 Active, 9 In Hospital, 2 In ICU
The Ministry received 3359 test results — from Thursday, Friday and Saturday — and 11 were positive for Covid-19, and there are now 161 active cases, of which 9 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 3359 test results since the last update, and 11 were positive for Covid-19,... Read more of this article
Vaccination Center In St George’s On Tuesday
The Close to Home mobile vaccination programme will be at Penno’s Wharf, on Tuesday [May 18] from 10.00am to 2.00pm. The Government posted the graphic online below, and said, “The Close to Home mobile vaccination programme will be at Penno’s Wharf, on Tuesday, May 18, from 10 am – 2 pm. There will be healthcare professionals on site to answer... Read more of this article
Video: BNV With Griffiths, Pettingill & Hill
Courtenay Griffiths QC, Mark Pettingill and Eron Hill are joining Bernews this afternoon [May 17] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the discussion set to pertain to legal aspects related to the Covid regulations. You can find more information on the links below and also on our dedicated website BermudaCovid.com, which... Read more of this article
Photos: Premier/MPs Visit, 143 People Vaccinated
143 people were vaccinated today at the Victor Scott Primary School as part of the mobile vaccination programme, and since the mobile vaccination programme began on April 27, a total of 1,012 vaccinces have been given . A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today [May 16], 143 people were vaccinated at the Victor Scott Primary School as part... Read more of this article
Details On SafeKey Pilot Programme Expected
The Government has confirmed that a “pilot is underway to test technology that will allow for the safe hosting of a variety of indoor activities and large outdoor events.” They noted the “heightened interest in the SafeKey pilot programme after highlights of the programme were prematurely released last week,” and said that a... Read more of this article
