https://coronavirus.bernews.com/author/chris/ Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:52:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://coronavirus.bernews.com/bermuda-curfew-timeline-from-2020-to-2022/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 17:15:16 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=25232 The timeline below provides a visual overview of the curfews that have been implemented in Bermuda to combat the spread of Covid-19 throughout the pandemic. For a look at events throughout the pandemic in timeline format, click here.]]> https://coronavirus.bernews.com/minister-remember-that-were-still-in-pandemic/ Tue, 09 Nov 2021 13:30:42 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=24759 “We are getting more and more reports about people being non-compliant with public health guidance,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, adding that everyone needs to “be more responsible” as “we are still in a pandemic. ” In releasing the test results last night [Nov 8], Minister Wilson said, “I must stress the need for everyone […]]]> https://coronavirus.bernews.com/11-new-62-active-6-in-hospital-1-in-icu/ Mon, 08 Nov 2021 22:55:41 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=24756 The Ministry of Health received 5196 test results – spanning three days — and 11 were positive, so there are 62 active cases, of which 6 people are in hospital, with one person in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 5196 test results, and 11 were positive […]]]> https://coronavirus.bernews.com/argus-phoenix-partner-on-2-antigen-test-kits/ Mon, 08 Nov 2021 12:00:56 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=24748 Argus Group will be partnering with The Phoenix Stores, to provide rapid, at-home Covid-19 Antigen test kits to Argus-insured members at a discounted rate. “Argus has purchased 10,000 Healgen® lateral flow test kits to be distributed between the island’s Phoenix Stores pharmacies. They will be sold to Argus insureds for $2, a significant discount from […]]]> https://coronavirus.bernews.com/new-u-s-vaccine-travel-policy-is-now-in-effect/ Mon, 08 Nov 2021 10:30:57 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=24739 The American policy which requires foreign nationals to be fully vaccinated to fly to the United States is in effect as of 1.00am Bermuda time today [Nov 8]. The U.S. Consulate in Bermuda recently released a statement noting there will be exceptions for children — the official website states “children under 18 are exempted from […]]]> https://coronavirus.bernews.com/12-new-59-active-6-in-hospital-1-in-icu/ Fri, 05 Nov 2021 21:00:52 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=24745 The Ministry received 3548 test results — spanning two days — and 12 were positive, so there are now 59 active cases, of which 6 people are in hospital, with one person in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 3548 test results, and 12 were positive for […]]]> https://coronavirus.bernews.com/95829-total-vaccinations-70-6-had-one-dose/ Thu, 04 Nov 2021 11:00:51 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=24730 As of October 30th, Bermuda has administered a total of 95,829 vaccinations — an increase of 3,059 from the week prior – and 70.6% of the population has received one dose. Speaking at the most recent press conference, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “We have completed week 42 of vaccinations. Since January 11th, Bermuda […]]]> https://coronavirus.bernews.com/8-new-57-active-9-in-hospital-1-in-icu/ Wed, 03 Nov 2021 23:00:29 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=24726 The Ministry received 2997 test results – spanning two days — and eight were positive, so there are now 57 active cases, of which 9 people are in hospital, with 1 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry confirmed there have been another two coronavirus related deaths. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another two coronavirus related deaths […]]]> https://coronavirus.bernews.com/govt-confirm-two-coronavirus-related-deaths-2/ Wed, 03 Nov 2021 21:00:20 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=24725 Bermuda has recorded another two coronavirus related deaths, bringing the total death toll to 106. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another two coronavirus related deaths since our last update,” said the Minister of Health Kim Wilson. I extend heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.” This was part of the full Covid test […]]]> https://coronavirus.bernews.com/video-govt-press-conference-on-covid-19-45/ Wed, 03 Nov 2021 19:00:29 +0000 http://coronavirus.bernews.com/?p=24720 [Updated] The Government will be holding a press conference this afternoon [Nov 3] to update the public on Covid-19. The press conference will include Minister of Health Kim Wilson, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ayo Oyinloye, and BHB Chief of Staff Dr. Wesley Miller. Update 6.42pm: Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good afternoon. Over […]]]>