Individuals with booster shots do not need to quarantine following an exposure but wear a mask for 10 days after the exposure NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has shortened its recommended isolation and quarantine period for the general population. [pullquote] The change is motivated by science demonstrating that […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas received 48,000 doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines through a collaboration between the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) and the governments of Canada and Colombia to increase vaccine access among for vulnerable populations in Latin America and the Caribbean. The vaccines, facilitated through the PAHO Revolving Fund, arrived at […]
Gomez: Confirm within 36 hours you will not prevent any registered voter who is quarantined or COVID-positive from voting or face litigation NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) on Monday threatened legal action against the government should registered voters in quarantine or isolation not be allowed to vote. In a letter addressed to […]
DNA, COI going it alone NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Several independents and third parties are reportedly finalizing details for a new coalition to increase their chances at the polls come September 16. Eyewitness News understands that former FNM MPs were courted alongside established third parties like the Bahamas Constitution Party, and the Bahamas Democratic Movement. The […]
129,017 doses of COVID-19 vaccines administered to date NASSAU, BAHAMAS — As the government seeks to ramp up its vaccination efforts in the coming weeks, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis advised yesterday that more than 11,496 doses of vaccines were administered last week. During a national address last night, the prime minister said the increase […]
COVID-19 positivity rate at 21 percent NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Health Renward Wells advised yesterday that The Bahamas has increased its bed capacity to 131 amidst growing cases of COVID-19 in the country. As he seconded a resolution in Parliament to extend the state of emergency and emergency orders to November 13, Wells noted […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas is expected to receive some 40,000 doses of Johnson & Johnson (J&J) COVID-19 vaccines by the end of August, said Health Minister Renward Wells yesterday. Speaking to reporters outside the House of Assembly, Wells noted that while negotiations are still ongoing to secure a large donation of Pfizer vaccines, the […]
Six maternal deaths since March 2020 All delivery mothers on maternity ward confirmed COVID-positive NASSAU, BAHAMAS — As he underscored the challenges of pregnant women throughout the COVID-10 pandemic, former Health Minister Dr Duane Sands said nearly 100 pregnant women contracted COVID-19 during the pandemic. While appearing as a guest on The Hitback with Nahaja […]
54,199 people in Bahamas have received one dose of vaccine; 25,047 people fully vaccinated NASSAU, BAHAMAS — While it remains unclear whether The Bahamas has confirmed the presence of the Delta variant of COVID-19 in the country, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said yesterday it is not a matter of if the variant will arrive, […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis today announced “party on” for fully vaccinated individuals as he outlined the permittance of social gatherings for those who have taken the jab. During his presentation for the 2021/2022 budget debate, the prime minister said people who are fully vaccinated can now engage in private and social […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — According to the Ministry of Health’s vaccine tracker released yesterday, there have been 55,037 doses of vaccines administered in The Bahamas to date, with 8,659 people being fully vaccinated with two doses. Some 46,378 people have received one dose of the vaccine and are still awaiting the second dose required to become […]
PAHO: Societies could begin returning to normal in a year if the world can commit to high level of immunization “To reach this level is the main objective we have now” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has estimated global immunization must reach at least 70 to 80 percent before the COVID-19 […]
National vaccine committee looking to renew public interest in getting the jab NASSAU, BAHAMAS — National COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee Co-Chair Ed Fields said while demand for the jab has been flattening, it is hoped that a greater push to educate the public will garner greater interest. Asked how many doses had been administered in […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — National COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee Co-Chair Ed Fields said yesterday The Bahamas is expected to receive the balance of its vaccine doses, approximately 66,000, from the World Health Organization’s (WHO) COVAX Facility “any day now”. He said the committee will continue to issue first doses to eligible individuals as well as second […]
Fully vaccinated individuals not required to submit RT-PCR test when traveling within Bahamas NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said he was elated to receive the second dose of the Oxford AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine yesterday afternoon, telling the media he was glad it was “all over”. “Of course, I didn’t feel anything, but […]
Biden administration expected to announce beneficiaries soon Wells hopeful Bahamas will be among recipients whether by donation or purchase NASSAU, BAHAMAS — While the Biden administration is still working on plans to share 60 million doses of AstraZeneca upon the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) giving its approval, Daniel Durazo, the public affairs officer at […]
Pinder-Butler says govt must find balance between healthcare and economy CPSA: Healthcare workers exposed on the frontlines yet “continue to be excluded from meaningful engagement with policymakers” NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Consultant Physicians Staff Association (CPSA) is recommending that testing remain a requirement for travel beyond May 1, due to the widespread transmission of COVID-19 […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The National COVID-19 Vaccine Consultative Committee has advised that due to limited supplies, vaccines will be limited to Bahamian citizens and permanent residents 18 years of age and over. In a statement late last night, the committed noted that proof of citizenship, permanent residency status or a work ID will be required […]
