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November 14, 2011
Bahamas Pharmacy Association celebrates World Diabetes Day on November 14th

Nassau, Bahamas -- The Bahamas Pharmacy Association is joining the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) in celebrating World Diabetes Day, which takes place each year on November 14th to raise awareness of this devastating disease.

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December 02, 2025
Joining healthcare: new TCN's and pharmacy, emergency medical, and billing & coding technicians

The Public Hospitals Authority in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness held a graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025 of the Public Hospitals Academy (PHA Academy) on Friday, November 28, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Parish Hall. Held under the theme, “Rising to the Challenge, Ready for the Call,” the 71 graduates came from Grand Bahama and New Providence.

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November 05, 2022
PHA Pharmacies Resume Regular Hours

Effective immediately, the Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) pharmacies, have resumed regular hours of operation.

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November 02, 2022
GOVT WILL TALK TO PHARMACIES: Shut down has ended - for now

ECONOMIC Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis yesterday insisted the government will not reverse its decision to enforce new price control regulations despite the "unexpected" shutdown action taken by pharmacies yesterday.

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November 01, 2022
PHA Responds to Increased Pharmacy Needs

The Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) pharmacies, in response to the temporary closure of privately-owned pharmacies in New Providence and Grand Bahama, are extending hours and expanding staffing capacity to support the public’s pharmaceutical needs.

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December 01, 2016
Pharmacy owners express concerns as NHI looms

President of the Bahamas Pharmaceutical Association (BPA) Michelle Finlayson is lauding the intention of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Secretariat to meet with stakeholders next week, to discuss compensation and primary care benefits packages related to the implementation of NHI.

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November 15, 2016
Pharmacies concerned about the lack of NHI details

As the year-end approaches, local pharmacies are becoming more concerned about the lack of details regarding the implementation of National Health Insurance (NHI), according to Bahamas Pharmaceutical Association (BPA) President Michelle Finlayson.

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June 03, 2016
Pharmaceutical association concerned NHI may harm community pharmacies

President of the Bahamas Pharmaceutical Association (BPA) Michelle Finlayson said community pharmacies may be in danger of closing down if the Christie adminstration's National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme is not properly implemented.

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December 06, 2012
Bahamas Pharmacy Council: Advisory Alert #2 Self Inspection

Our Inspectors are appointed by the Minister of Health on the recommendation of The Bahamas Pharmacy Council and are dedicated professionals who visit registered pharmacies in The Bahamas to ensure that they are in compliance with all legal requirements and regulatory standards as outlined in the Bahamas Pharmacy Act, 2009 and the Bahamas Pharmacy Regulations, 2010.

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March 27, 2025
Decision Upheld To Strip Pharmacist With Degree From McHari Institute

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Court of Appeal has upheld the decision of the Pharmacy Council to strip a pharmacist who studied at McHari Institute of his license.

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