AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoStroke Awareness: Bermuda Hospitals Board says 229 people were diagnosed with stroke at KEMH last year, up from 219. Residents are urged to know the BE FAST signs and call 911 immediately; every minute counts. Medevac Costs: Air ambulance prices have climbed more than 60%, with a Boston–Bermuda transfer quoted at $45,000, up from about $28,000. Moongate Health plans to raise its supplement from $105 to $125 a month in the new year. Men’s Health: Prostate health advocate Clifford Roberts is urging men to get checked and speak openly about their wellbeing. Care and Ageing: Bermuda Caregivers Alliance says many people are supporting relatives while juggling work and family, often without identifying as caregivers. A new column also urges families to plan ahead for later-life care. Prevention: The Bermuda Diabetes Association’s community pharmacy plans free eye screenings in November after strong turnout for blood-pressure checks. Health experts also say hearing loss can affect brain health, and encourage people to seek help early.
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