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Bahamas Not On Ebola High Alert
Bahamas Not On Ebola High Alert
THE Bahamas is not on “high alert” for the Ebola virus. The Ministry of Health on Friday denied international reports to the contrary, calling them false. A news website in the United Kingdom had misconstrued comments from Health Minister Dr Duane Sands to suggest the ministry has adjusted the level of threat Ebola poses to the country. In fact, Dr Sands had emphasized the importance of proper...
Man convicted of murder
Man convicted of murder
After three hours of deliberation, a jury on Friday convicted Vernal Johnson of murder. Johnson argued that he acted in self-defense in the February 9, 2018 shooting that took the life of Rico Taylor, who was otherwise known as "Bobo".
31 new reported COVID cases July 27th 2022
31 new reported COVID cases July 27th 2022
31 new reported cases July 27th 2022
COVID 19 update from the Ministy of Health and Wellness.
To contain the spread of COVID-19 residents are reminded of the following:
if you have symptoms of COVID-19, do not wait, first, contact your health provider.
while home remedies may work for a period it is important to get tested and receive the proper care before symptoms become too di...
Downtown chairman backs CCTV duty end
Downtown chairman backs CCTV duty end
The Downtown Nassau Partnership's (DNP) co-chairman yesterday praised the Government's decision to remove import tariffs on all surveillance cameras and associated equipment, telling Tribune Business it would improve security and encourage more consumers to visit Bay Street.
Charles Klonaris, who together with his brothers has just developed the multi-million dollar Elizabeth on Bay plaza at th...
Amoury Donates Phone System to the Bahamas Feeding Network
Amoury CEO Gareth Lewis, Amoury Vice President Jonathan Cancino, Bahamas Feeding Network Executive Director Lester Ferguson, Amoury Marketing Rep. Suzette Nixon, Amoury Customer Service Rep. Rashan McPhee.
Govt in talks over monkeypox vaccine
Govt in talks over monkeypox vaccine
HEALTH and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville says his ministry is in negotiations with the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) for the acquisition of monkeypox vaccines, which, he said, will be administered to high-risk individuals.
Sweet potato recall follows infestation
Sweet potato recall follows infestation
THE Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) has recalled whole sweet potatoes.
SO DESPERATE: 17 die with eight missing and 25 rescued in smuggling tragedy, three Bahamians in police custody
SO DESPERATE: 17 die with eight missing and 25 rescued in smuggling tragedy, three Bahamians in police custody
Update - A third Bahamian man has been arrested in connection with the alleged human smuggling incident that ended tragically at sea yesterday. He was arrested at a residence in New Providence at around 9pm on Sunday.
Update #849 - Ministry of Health & Wellness - COVID-19 Report (17)
COVID 19 update from the Ministry of Health and Wellness.
SO DESPERATE: 17 die with eight missing and 25 rescued in smuggling tragedy, two Bahamians in police custody
SO DESPERATE: 17 die with eight missing and 25 rescued in smuggling tragedy, two Bahamians in police custody
TWO Bahamian men are in police custody after 17 suspected Haitian migrants, including a minor, died when their boat capsized in rough seas early yesterday morning during a suspected "human smuggling operation".