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The Health Council Develops Inspectorate to Support Growing Regulatory Functions

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(Hamilton, Bermuda, Wednesday, 3rd May 2023) – The Bermuda Health Council registers and licenses various health businesses and conducts inspections of facilities, equipment and associated policies and procedures. These processes ensure adherence to safety standards and practice guidelines, and compliance with registration, licensing and legislated requirements. In support of growing regulatory responsibilities, the Health Council has created […]

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The Bermuda Health Council Reminds Home Care Agencies to Re-Register

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Hamilton, Bermuda, 23rd February 2023 – The Bermuda Health Council is reminding all registered Home Care agencies that their registration status is set to expire on March 31st, 2023. All Home Care agencies are required to re-register their business with the Bermuda Health Council if they wish to be reimbursed for claims under Future Care or the Health […]

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Re-registration Period Ends for Council for Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy Council

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Hamilton, Bermuda, 21st February 2023 – The Bermuda Health Council is responsible for coordinating the registration of select regulated health professionals, monitoring the efficiency and effectiveness of the registration processes and making recommendations for enhancements. Within that responsibility, and upon completion of the re-registration period for allied health professions and pharmacists, the Health Council notes the following: […]

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Bermuda Pharmacies and Wholesalers Collaborate with the Bermuda Health Council for Better Universal Health Coverage of Medicines

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Hamilton, Bermuda, 23rd January 2023 – The Bermuda Health Council (“Health Council”) is working with stakeholders to expand access to critical medicines. Obtaining essential data from pharmacies and wholesalers on medication use and pricing will improve access to medications to all community members regardless of their economic situation. Dr. Ricky Brathwaite, PhD MS MSHS, CEO, Bermuda Health […]

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Bermuda, we are here for you as we know you too are here for us.

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Dear Bermuda, Today, and always, we mourn alongside our island after the recent losses of loved-ones and friends. We join you in sadness and devastation, seeking an end to this pandemic and hope to mend each broken heart. To each affected family and community, we send our deepest sympathy and condolences. In the midst of […]

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The Health Council Publishes the Approved List of Rapid Antigen Tests

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE At-home rapid antigen test kits have advantages and disadvantages. The Health Council estimates that a retail cost per test kit of $5-$10 is fair. To view the approved list, visit our website at: www.bhec.connectechbda.com/approved-antigen-test (Hamilton, Bermuda 6th October 2021) – The Health Council has published the approved list of SARS-CoV-2 rapid antigen […]

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