COVID-19 Guidance and Recommendations

From 31 March 2022, you must wear a face mask indoors when the business, shop or office you are entering has a mask mandate. This will be clearly displayed at the entrance. If masks are optional, then you do not need to wear one. Please note, currently, face masks are mandatory in treatment areas of both hospitals and when visiting or working at Corrections facilities. All customers, clients and staff must comply with the mask policy of the business. Face masks have proven to be effective in reducing the spread of infection.

Buttons

Emotional and mental support before, during and after a hurricane

As a result of Hurricane Humberto and with the anticipation of Tropical Storm Jerry impacting the island everyone in Bermuda has been operating at a high level of anxiety for more than a week. We urge everyone to pay attention to their stress levels and those of loved ones. Some signs of stress include:

  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Limited attention span
  • Increased use of alcohol and drugs, abandoning healthy eating habits

A few coping tips include:

Buttons

STEPS Bermuda

Below are some Frequently Asked Questions about the STEPS to a Well Bermuda Survey:

What is the “STEPS to a Well Bermuda” survey and what is it for?

The STEPS to a Well Bermuda” survey is designed to assess the prevalence of chronic disease risk factors within Bermuda’s population. Using the data from the survey, evidence-based policies and interventions may be created to reduce the burden of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, in our community.

Buttons

Closure of the Warwick Health Centre

The Ministry of Health has today advised that due to the smoke damage to the Warwick Health Centre and current investigation of its cause, the Warwick Health Centre will not be open for baby clinic services tomorrow September 10th and September 15th, 2018.

The Ministry would like to apologize to the public for any inconvenience.

Clients may attend the Hamilton Health Centre, 67 Victoria Street, Hamilton,  between the hours of 2-4 while the clinic is closed.

They may call 278-6460 if they require further assistance.

Ciguatera Update

The Ministry of Health and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) wish to provide an update on the most recent outbreak of Ciguatera Fish Poisoning (CFP) and the types of fish involved, and remind members of the public about the key facts of CFP.