AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoKEMH Patient Flow Update: Bermuda Hospitals Board says emergency department boarding has improved, with admitted patients waiting a median of about five hours for a decision to admit and a further median of about 20 hours boarding in May, as work continues to hit a six-hour ED boarding target. HIV Awareness & Testing: The Ministry of Health launched HIV Awareness Month, noting 306 people living with HIV as of Dec 2025, and offering free, confidential testing throughout June at the Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic. Cancer Care Milestone: Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre will present its “Bermuda Model” for world-class, equitable cancer care at the ASCO Annual Meeting in Chicago. Disability & Hearing Support: Government plans a Disability Act and a new disability unit, plus a pilot to help fund hearing tests and devices for uninsured and underinsured residents. Pharmacy Costs Deal: Allshores’ exclusive arrangement with Phoenix Pharmacies has taken effect, aiming to lower costs for a small list of very expensive high-cost medicines while keeping most prescriptions available at members’ chosen pharmacies. Stroke Awareness: Dr. Kimberley Watkins marks World Stroke Month, highlighting prevention and rehab needs locally. Caricom Membership Consultation: Bermuda has closed its public consultation on full CARICOM membership, with government now reviewing feedback before an official position later this year.
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