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NHI: 'Potent social initiative and instrument of change'
The Bahamas has made remarkable progress in improving the health of its people over the past 30 years, but those gains cannot be taken for granted, nor can the country become complacent in protecting those achievements.
People 'can keep existing coverage under NHI'
People 'can keep existing coverage under NHI'
BAHAMIANS who are satisfied with their existing health insurance coverage won't be affected by the implementation of National Health Insurance although they may be able to renegotiate their private insurance plans in order to pay a lower price, Health Minister Dr Perry Gomez said yesterday.
Doctors unite on NHI concerns
Doctors unite on NHI concerns
An alliance of doctors associations demanded yesterday that the government respect the views of stakeholders and come up with a National Health Insurance (NHI) plan that all stakeholders can buy into.
Govt to reconsider one aspect of NHI scheme
Govt to reconsider one aspect of NHI scheme
THE Christie administration has agreed to reconsider its position on patient-centred medical homes, a leading physician said yesterday, noting that the matter has been a significant point of contention for doctors negotiating with the government on its proposed National Health Insurance scheme.
Shelter Listing 2015- Family Islands
Shelter Listing 2015- Family Islands
Department of Social Services List of Hurricane Shelters in the Family Islands. Hurricane Season 2014/15
Brown: 60 mil. will go a long way in improving health system
Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) Managing Director Herbert Brown said yesterday the initial $60 million allocated for National Health Insurance (NHI) will go a long way to address the long-standing concerns in the public healthcare system.
Record number of Dengue fever cases
Record number of Dengue fever cases
The Bahamas has now broken its record for the number of dengue fever cases reported during the yearly seasonal outbreaks, with more than 1,500 confirmed cases, according to Minister of Health Dr. Hubert Minnis.
Breaking | Nurses' Sick-out at Some Clinics
Breaking | Nurses' Sick-out at Some Clinics
Already grappling with a severe shortage of nurses, the Public Hospitals Authority's (PHA) human resources challenges worsened today after scores of nurses from various clinics across New Providence and at least one Family Island called in sick, severely frustrating the ability to deliver medical services. [...]
Eugene Dupuch Law School Announces the Eugene Dupuch Distinguished Lecture Featuring Renowned Legal Minds
Eugene Dupuch Law School Announces the Eugene Dupuch Distinguished Lecture Featuring Renowned Legal Minds
The Eugene Dupuch Law School (EDLS), the premier institution for legal training in The Bahamas, is proud to announce Justices In Dialogue: Distinguished Conversations, the latest in its Distinguished Lecture Series. The presenters are the current and former Chief Justices; namely The Hon. Sir Ian Winder, Kt, Chief Justice; The Hon. Sir Michael Barnett, Kt, President of the Court of Appeal of The B...
Transforming Foot Care Through Foot Fest 2024
Transforming Foot Care Through Foot Fest 2024
The Ministry of Health & Wellness Bahamas, in partnership with Barry University announced the official launch of “Foot Fest 2024”, a transformative health and wellness event focused on foot care. This free podiatry event which began on Sunday, March 3 in New Providence continues until Friday March 8, and will also extend its free services to the Grand Bahama community on Wednesday, March 6, 20...