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An autism charity was praised for its work at an event to mark World Autism Awareness Day. Kim Wilson, the health minister, delivered a proclamation on the City Hall steps on Monday to recognise the efforts of Bermuda Autism Support and Education. W...

Bermudians seeking careers in public health are reminded they can apply for the Dr Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship. The Ministry of Health said applications will be received until the deadline at the end of April. The scholarship was created t...

A CrossFit rig will help keep visitors to the Arboretum in shape. The new addition to the Devonshire beauty spot is part of the Progressive Labour Party’s pledge to provide fitness equipment at parks across the island. The new equipment will allow se...

The Department of Health will host a free health screening on Thursday. The event at City Hall is part of a series of activities to promote healthy lifestyles during Public Health Week. The screening, which has the theme You’re the Solution: Commit t...

Charity Age Concern is to bring back free health checks for members for a second year. The charity will host its first event today and there is still time to sign up. Anita Furbert, a registered nurse and Age Concern’s education officer, said: “We d...

A new diabetes centre will offer affordable medication and education under one roof, the Bermuda Diabetes Association said yesterday. Debbie Jones, the chairwoman, said the organisation was “acutely aware of the urgent need to improve our healthcare ...

The Department of Health has asked for nominations for the 2018 Public Health Awards as part of next month’s Public Health Week. The awards provide an opportunity to promote actions that can improve health. This year’s theme is “You’re the Solution —...

A charity set up to support people with multiple sclerosis held its first swimathon this weekend. Organisers were delighted with the number of people who took to the water to raise funds for the MS Society of Bermuda. Ellen Hollis, society president,...

Tourists are to get access to kidney dialysis in a private clinic. The treatment, once only available at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, is available at Bermuda Life Centre on Front Street. Lynette Thomas, a certified nephrologist who directed...

New hi-tech computerised heart scans will help cut the risk of heart disease, the Bermuda Hospitals Board has said. The scans can detect calcium deposits and other obstructions in blood vessels, which can lead to blockages and heart problems. Joseph ...