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The public is being reminded that Monday is National HIV Testing Day.
“The Department of Health is taking this opportunity to remind everyone of the importance of knowing your HIV status,” a government spokeswoman stated.
“Talk with your physician a...
DATE: Jun 25, 2016
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Households have been warned of the possible presence of salmonella in Tesco and Waitrose guacamole packets imported from the United Kingdom after several products were withdrawn.
The products withdrawn include Tesco’s 163g guacamole packets and Waitr...
DATE: Jun 24, 2016
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Health
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HIV Awareness Month has been observed this month by the Ministry of Health, in conjunction with the charity Supportive Therapy for Aids persons and their Relatives.
The ministry stresses that knowing your HIV status and early diagnosis are important ...
DATE: Jun 22, 2016
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Health
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Chioma Nwasike is the 2016 recipient of the Brown Family Scholarship, receiving $5,000 towards her studies.
Established by Ewart Brown, the former premier, his sister Emelita Johnson and his niece Kim Robinson, the fund is for Bermudians studying hea...
DATE: Jun 21, 2016
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Health
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The Ministry of Health’s St George’s clinic is closed this afternoon due to a plumbing problem.
People are advised to attend the Hamilton clinic for immunisation and baby checks between 2pm and 4pm.
DATE: Jun 17, 2016
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Health
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Debbie Jones, chairwoman of the Bermuda Diabetes Association, is to take part in a question-and-answer session following Sunday’s screening of the award-winning investigative documentary Sugar Coated at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute.
T...
DATE: Jun 17, 2016
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Health
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Bermuda Hospitals Board has recognised six retiring donors who together have given more than 240 pints of blood over three decades.
“We want to thank six dedicated blood donors today who have collectively donated 244 pints of blood,” consultant haem...
DATE: Jun 16, 2016
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Health
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After months of setbacks on her cancer therapy, Cherrie Woods is cautiously thankful for clearance to leave Bermuda to get treatment.
“There is no proof as of yet, but they have given me their word,” said Ms Woods, who is meeting on Monday at the Dep...
DATE: Jun 10, 2016
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CATEGORY:
Health
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AUTHOR:
Jonathan Bell
Empty for years and in danger of falling into disrepair, a house at the back of Portland Lane in Sandys is soon to become a home.
Members of the Bermuda Mental Health Foundation gathered there yesterday with friends to celebrate the building’s reviva...
DATE: Jun 10, 2016
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CATEGORY:
Health
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AUTHOR:
Jonathan Bell
Schools, nurses, health champions and community partners have been recognised for their health promotion efforts.
Recipients of the Healthy Schools Awards were presented with certificates for their success in encouraging health among their students ...
DATE: Jun 08, 2016
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Health
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