The Ministry of Health & Wellness is urging the public to view and read social media posts carefully as imitation sponsored posts, which are not authorized by the Ministry continue to falsely advertise health offerings and information.

For individuals seeking to receive any reliable health service or seeking information about health initiatives , the Ministry encourages individuals to contact their nearest community clinic or contact registered professionals directly for more information. Additionally, citizens are urged to report any suspicious activity or deceptive offers to the relevant authorities.

If you are unsure if an advertisement/offering is from the Ministry of Health & Wellness here aresome tips:

• Verify the source: Official announcements are made through official channels(newspaper, radio/television ads, radio/television interviews, official spokesperson,Ministry social media pages) and will have the proper agency name, logo, address andcontact information.

• Check the contact information: Legitimate offers provide valid contact details(telephone numbers, email) for inquires and additional information not just a link. Falseads intentionally omit this information.

• Check the facts: The ad should state what is happening, when and where and not bevague with the basic details. False ads intentionally omit this information. If a service isadvertised as free, then you should not have to pay to view a price or get other information.

If you see a post on social media advertising health offerings or giving health advice and youare uncertain if it is valid, please contact the Ministry of Health & Wellness directly by

Telephone: 502-4700 or visit the website at www.bahamas.gov.bs/healthor visit the social media pages: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MOHBahamas

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MOHW242 Instagram: https://instagram.com/mohwbahamas

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheMinistryofHealthWellnessBah

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/the-ministry-of-health-wellness-bahamas

Tik Tok: http://tiktok.com/@mohw_bahamas