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October 24, 2023
Ministry of Health and Wellness: First Cohort of Bahamians Departs for Eye Surgery in Cuba

The Ministry of Health & Wellness is pleased to announce that on Friday 20th October, 2023the 1st cohort of 50 Bahamian men and women departed for a remarkable medical mission to the Republic of Cuba. The patients will undergo essential cataract and retinal surgeries.The Minister of Health & Wellness, the Honourable Dr. Michael R. Darville, and eleven support staff inclusive of Ophthalmologists, O...

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Strength in adversity
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June 20, 2023
Strength in adversity

As a woman who once held firmly and proudly to her independence, Zakiya Butler said her battle with a brain tumor and having to rely on others in her fight has been "humbling" - this as she made a gut-wrenching update to her crowdfunding page imploring for assistance with at least another $17,000 to ensure that she can continue to receive needed proton therapy treatment to save eyesight in the onl...

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August 04, 2021
Are you diabetic with eye issues? - Here's why

By: Jhanae Winter
A few articles back, eye health was discussed and among it was the disease diabetic retinopathy. A deeper look into this particular disease is needed because of the prevalent cases of diabetes whether known or unknown in The Bahamas.

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July 23, 2021
Go get your eyes tested! Here’s why

By: Jhanae Winter
Healthy vision is imperative to those who rely on their eyes to explore the world around them, but it can also be taken for granted. Many do not have 20/20 vision and their eyes are being affected in various facets of their lives.

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July 21, 2021
Are you taking care of your eyes? - Sustaining Healthy Vision

By: Jhanae Winter
Eyes are described as the gateway to one’s soul. Powerful but small organs that work in conjunction with the brain for many of us to see the world around us, understand and perceive our surroundings.

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December 05, 2016
Bahamas Health Care Information Soon to Become "Paperless"

As a continued part of its transformation of the country?s health care landscape, the Government of The Bahamas is nearing the launch date of the Integrated Health Information Management System.

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March 24, 2015
BIA spokesman: We do not support Sanigest recommendations

Family Guardian President Lyrone Burrows on Monday confirmed to Guardian Business that the Bahamas Insurance Association (BIA) intends to provide alternative options for universal health care and does not support the models recommended by Sanigest Internacional, the consultants hired to advise on National Health Insurance (NHI).

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