Hashtag: #Health
Minister On Kidney Health, Awareness & More
“Today, on World Kidney Day, I want to take the opportunity to highlight the crucial importance of kidney health and the urgent need to tackle chronic kidney disease [CKD] in our community,” Minister Kim Wilson said. Minister Wilson said, “Our kidneys are vital organs that work tirelessly to filter waste, balance essential minerals,... Read more of this article
BHB Welcomes Dr Poprawski & Dr Bandlamudi
The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has welcomed two new oncologists, Dr. Dagmara Poprawski and Dr. Bhanu Bandlamudi, who joined in February and are now seeing patients. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board is very pleased to introduce to the community its two new oncologists, who recently joined BHB. Dr Dagmara Poprawski and Dr Bhanu Bandlamudi... Read more of this article
Paul Jones Joins BHB As Chief People Officer
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has appointed Paul Jones as Chief People Officer. A spokesperson said, “He is responsible for Human Resources, Organisational Development & Strategy services, which previously were managed by the Deputy CEO position. The Deputy CEO position is no longer filled, meaning the number of executives at BHB remains the same.... Read more of this article
Garden Of Light At Relay For Life 2025
Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre has opened registration for the 2025 Relay For Life of Bermuda, set for May 9-10 at the Bermuda National Sports Centre, uniting the community in support of cancer care. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 Relay For Life of Bermuda!... Read more of this article
Column: Dr Watkins On Managing Stress & More
[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] As we reach the final week and last few days of Heart Month, let’s remember the three S’s for protecting your heart: managing stress, improving your sleep, and quitting smoking. These factors play a significant role in maintaining a healthy heart and overall well-being. Thank you to Dr Daniel Cavanagh... Read more of this article
Shadow Minister Tucker On Hospital Funding
“Recent protests and articles from concerned hospital workers remind us that under the Progressive Labour Party, our hospital has been woefully underfunded for a long time,” Shadow Minister for Health Robin Tucker said. Ms. Tucker said, “Recent protests and articles from concerned hospital workers remind us that under the Progressive Labour Party,... Read more of this article
Dignity Foundation Appoints Dr. Alexis Swan
Dignity Foundation has named Dr. Alexis Swan as its new Chairperson “as the foundation gears up to enhance its support for individuals seeking rehabilitation at Dignity House.” A spokesperson said, “Dignity Foundation is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Alexis Swan as its new Chairperson. With her extensive background in... Read more of this article
Column: James On Health, Medicine & Exercise
[Opinion column written by Hafid James] Despite all the advances [and profits] in detection, medicine, services, and gimmicks our health as a society is still deteriorating. I believe this stems from how we continue to look for health in all the wrong places. How can we fix what we don’t know? How can we find the destination we’re looking for if... Read more of this article
Column: Dr Tawakol On Heart, Stress & More
[Contributed by Dr Ahmed Tawakol] According to the Bermuda Heart Foundation, heart disease is a leading cause of death in Bermuda – backed up by the 2017 Health in Review, put out by the Government of Bermuda. This underscores the critical need for heart health awareness, especially during Heart Month. While it’s not as common as many forms of heart... Read more of this article
MASC Expands Support For Men’s Mental Health
MASC is expanding its programs to enhance mental health and personal development support for men in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “MASC, Bermuda’s leading provider of mental health and personal development services for men, is expanding its comprehensive offerings to better support men at all stages of life. Through tailored programs, MASC continues... Read more of this article
Northshore Vein & Cardiovascular Center
Northshore Medical & Aesthetics Center [NMAC] has established the Northshore Vein & Cardiovascular Center, and has welcomed Dr. Pornpat Chandrruangphen. A spokesperson said, “As Heart Health Month comes to a close, the fight against heart disease continues every single day. Cardiovascular disease remains Bermuda’s leading cause of death,... Read more of this article
BHB: Hyperbaric Chamber Temporarily Closed
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is advising the public that the hyperbaric chamber at KEMH is temporarily closed. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board advises that due to unexpected staffing issues, the hyperbaric chamber at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital will be closed until Monday 3 March 2025. We hope to be able to resume operation... Read more of this article
