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Bermuda Hospitals Board 2011 Annual Report
The Bermuda Hospitals Board 2011 Annual Report was released today [Sept 19], providing information on the BHB’s financial position as well as statistical data about patient care. Health Minister Zane DeSilva said: “These Annual Reports give BHB an opportunity to publish their financial statements along with details of its activities during... Read more of this article
PLP’s DeSilva & OBA’s Jackson On FutureCare
[Updated] In a recent newspaper advert, the One Bermuda Alliance noted, “The OBA will make FutureCare financially sustainable – without increasing Bermuda’s debt- seniors can continue to enjoy health coverage for years to come.” In response, Health Minister Zane DeSilva asked, “First off, FutureCare is financially sustainable,... Read more of this article
Videos: “How Much Would You Pay” Fundraiser
Well known Bermudian contestants volunteered to raise funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda during the “How much would you pay to see me?” – at Harbour Nights on Wednesday [Sept 5]. The event saw the volunteers perform ‘dares’ to raise money for charity, including eating specimens of bugs seasoned in different ways, having pies thrown... Read more of this article
Photos: Southampton Back To School Party
This past weekend school children and their families made their way to the for the Southampton Back-To-School party, which was hosted by PLP candidates Zane DeSilva and Stephen Todd. Mr DeSilva has hosted the event for the past few years, and this year the event included games for kids, school supplies being given out, face painting, food, fun castles,... Read more of this article
Observance Of World Breastfeeding Week
Minister of Health Zane DeSilva today [Aug 6] spoke at the launch of the annual observance of World Breastfeeding Week, which runs from August 6th to 12th. “This year the focus in the Department of Health is “Creating a Culture of Support,” which highlights the fact that it takes awareness and encouragement from many different areas to create... Read more of this article
Health Ministry Responds To OBA’s Concerns
The Ministry of Health released a statement last night [July 31] in response to concerns expressed by Shadow Minister of Health Michael Dunkley and OBA candidate Andrew Simons at a press conference yesterday. The comments follow after the recent release of the BHeC National Health Accounts report, which showed that Bermuda’s total health spending... Read more of this article
Health Minister Visits Hands On Art Exhibit
Minister of Health Zane De Silva attended the Bermuda Society of Arts’ latest exhibit “Hands on Art” on Thursday [July 12] in the hopes of raising awareness of the exhibit. Hands on Art is a tactile exhibit especially for the visually impaired members of the community. Those visiting the exhibit are invited to view the art with their fingertips... Read more of this article
DeSilva Speaks At Niagara College Graduation
On Friday June 22nd the Minister of Health Zane DeSilva attended the Niagara College Convocation in Ontario, Canada where he delivered the convocation address. During the ceremony Minister DeSilva was awarded an Honorary Degree in International Commerce and Global Development in recognition of his “strong leadership and many accomplishments.” Graduating... Read more of this article
HIP & FutureCare Online Payments Now Available
Policyholders of HIP and FutureCare are now able to pay their premiums online through Butterfield Online Banking, Health Minister Zane DeSilva said on Monday [June 25]. This announcement brings the available premium payment methods for HIP and FutureCare to six. Minister DeSilva said, “Today I am pleased to announce, on behalf of the Health Insurance... Read more of this article
DeSilva Addresses Leadership Challenge Reports
At today’s [June 20] press conference about the post-fire water testing, Minister Zane Desilva answered questions about reports he is considering challenging for leadership of the Progressive Labour Party. Last night ZBM reported that both Minister Desilva and Derrick Burgess — who recently left Cabinet amidst controversy — are both... Read more of this article
Health Minister On ‘Health Reform Strategy’
“Despite our extensive consultation efforts during the development of the NHP, there remain some misconceptions of what the Plan is and why it is needed,” Health Minister Zane DeSilva told the House of Assembly yesterday [June 15]. “The National Health Plan is a health reform strategy. It is a roadmap to change our health system so... Read more of this article
Victor Scott Win 2012 Healthy School Award
Minister of Health Zane DeSilva and Minister of Education Dame Jennifer Smith presented Healthy Schools Awards on Wednesday [June 13] to schools and individuals for their efforts at consistently promoting health to their students, staff and communities. The Minister of Education Dame Jennifer Smith presents the Healthy Schools Award 2012 to School Counselor... Read more of this article
Health Minister Donates: World Blood Donor Day
Minister of Health Zane DeSilva visited the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital today [June 13] in honour of World Blood Donor Day tomorrow. The Minister donated exactly one pint of blood in a bid to pump life into the hospital’s appeal for more blood donors. “I am keen to do whatever I can to bring attention to the importance... Read more of this article
Administrative Changes Within Health Ministry
“I have called this press conference today to advise the public of administrative changes within the Ministry of Health – namely the moving of programs from the Department of Health to the National Office for Seniors and Physically Challenged,” said Minister of Health Zane DeSilva. “Over recent years there have been several strategic... Read more of this article
Minister Assists Students: Competition In Chile
On Friday [June 8], Minister of Health Zane DeSilva congratulated the students who participated in the recent FutureCare Debate and awarded them each a personal donation towards their upcoming trip to the 2012 PanAmerican Debate Competition in Chile. The Health Insurance Department hosted The FutureCare Debate on May 23, 2012 at the Heritage Worship... Read more of this article
Minister Updates On National Health Plan
Health Minister Zane DeSilva yesterday [Apr.13] updated the House of Assembly on the progress made to date on the National Health Plan. Six Task Groups were established to develop policy options to implement key goals in the Health Plan, and a Steering Committee to oversee developments. The Task Groups are responsible for developing viable solutions... Read more of this article
