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BHB Traffic Advisory UPDATE: No through road on King Edward VII Memorial Hospital campus on Wednesday 23 September

UPDATE Monday 21 September: The road closure slated for Tuesday 22 September has been postponed to Wednesday 23 September.

Bermuda Hospitals Board (BHB) advises the public that there will be no through road access on the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital campus between Point Finger and Berry Hill roads from 7am to 2:30pm on Wednesday 23 September 2026.

The closure is necessary to facilitate the delivery of materials for internal upgrade works in the Imaging Services Department.

Vehicular access from Point Finger Road will end at the Acute Care Wing visitor parking lot and ambulance bay areas.

Vehicular access via the Berry Hill Road entrance will end at the General Wing entrance.

The areas will be cordoned off. Please observe erected barriers and directions from personnel onsite.

BHB apologise for any inconvenience this may cause the public.

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18 September 2026 Home Page, News

Resident Family Council and BPSU give the gift of mobility

Wednesday 16 September 2026: Bermuda Hospitals Board is pleased to announce that residents of the long-term care units at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital are benefitting from a generous gift from its Resident Family Council and the Bermuda Public Services Union – four new wheelchairs.

The Council is made up of family members of long-term care residents. They meet regularly to work with KEMH staff, helping ensure the needs of their loved ones are met. Chairperson Charles Leon O’Brien Sr is passionate about enhancing and expanding the services available to residents on the units.

“We asked nurse Maxine Simmons, the clinical director of long-term care services, what was needed and wheelchairs were high on her list,” Mr O’Brien said. “We had the hospital source them, then approached the BPSU for funding.”

BPSU General Secretary Kevin Grant said: “We were pleased to be able to assist the Resident Family Council in this effort.”

BHB Acting CEO and Chief of Nursing Judy Richardson explained the impact of the donation: “Bermuda Hospitals Board thanks the Resident Family Council and the BPSU for this much-needed gift of four wheelchairs. In addition to improving the lives of our residents, the gift represents a $5,000 savings to BHB.”

Ms Simmons added: “We are not only grateful for the gift, which includes a bariatric wheelchair for our obese patients, but also for the assistance our Resident Family Council provides us throughout the year.

“We greatly appreciate the BPSU for funding this opportunity to enhance mobility for our residents.”

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16 September 2026 Home Page, News

BHB Public Advisory: Hyperbaric chamber opens to limited service

Tuesday 8 September 2026: Bermuda Hospitals Board (BHB) has re-opened its hyperbaric unit for limited procedures.

The hyperbaric chamber has two compressors. Only one is operating currently. This has been certified as safe to run emergency service for divers who may need it.

Unfortunately, use of the chamber for wound care cannot resume at this time.

BHB continues to address the issue but wishes to let the public know that it could be several weeks before chamber returns to full service and is certified as safe to use again.

BHB apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.

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8 September 2026 Home Page, News

The Art of Being Human takes to City Hall

Tuesday 8 September 2026: One of the most anticipated art shows each year, the MindFrame PhotoVoice Exhibition, opens on Friday 11 September at the Bermuda Society of Arts.

The annual exhibition showcases the work of Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute clients who choose to take part and some artists from other programmes. The work fills the main gallery of the Bermuda Society of Arts and features a variety of works in different media, including, watercolour, oil painting, acrylic, pastels, sketches and photography on this year’s theme: The Art of Being Human.

Bermuda Hospitals Board art therapist Rhiannon Fletcher explains: “This year, clients and community members voted on the theme: The Art of Being Human. There was an excitement and freedom surrounding expressing their humanness, however it may show up. Art is a powerful tool to help discover and release emotion, and to make meaning of oneself and the world. The artwork created for this year’s show reflects both individual experiences and our shared humanity.”

BHB Acting CEO and Chief of Nursing Judy Richardson says: “We’re honoured to offer the opportunity to our MWI clients, and others in our community with mental health challenges, to exhibit their work.

“Research shows that this helps people to build up their self-esteem and feel valued by those they know and the wider community. It also gives the public an avenue to purchase work they may not otherwise have been able to see and to engage with the artists.”

This year there are 100 artists exhibiting a total of 150 pieces. Some of the work is available for purchase and most of the artists will be on hand.

Client Rosharondra Trott says art journaling saved her voice. In her poem Why Mindframe Matters, she shares her experience and explains how it’s helped her.

Below is an excerpt from the poem.

“Art journaling through Mindframe has been my healing journey, and I’m grateful.

Here’s why it’s a must — not just for me, but for anyone who’s ever felt silenced:

It’s a tool to help. When words get stuck in trauma, color doesn’t. When talking feels like danger, paint feels like safety. Dot by dot, I’m coming back to myself.
It’s a tool to express myself. My brown hand with pink nails and a purple sleeve remembers what it means to be alive. On canvas I can be messy. I can be lots of paint. I don’t have to be “neat” or “small” or “fine.”
It gives me hope. Every painting is proof: I didn’t quit. The robot hand said “destroy it.” The human hand said “keep going.” Hope is a wet brush that still moves.
It gets my voice out there. For years trauma stole my voice. Through MindFrame, my voice is on a wall. The Art of Being Human isn’t just a title — it’s a declaration. People will see it. They will feel it.
It’s a way I’m heard. I’m not “a case” or “a file” here. I’m Dr. Ro. I’m seen. My story matters. My pain has color now, and color can’t be ignored.

This is more than an art show. It’s a lifeline. “

MindFrame PhotoVoice runs from 11 September to 6 October 2026 at the Bermuda Society of the Arts gallery, located on the top floor of City Hall. Admission is free to the public. The gallery is open from 10am-4pm Monday to Friday and 10am-2pm on Saturdays. It is closed on Sundays and public holidays.

The public is invited to the opening event on Friday 11 September from 5pm–7pm.

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8 September 2026 Home Page, News

St George’s wins at MWI ‘Cup Match’

Monday 27 July 2026: Bermuda Hospitals Board (BHB) is pleased to announce that team St George’s emerged the winner in the ‘Cup Match’ held at the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute (MWI), this year.

The annual event takes place at Recreational Field at MWI. Staff and several clients with intellectual disabilities form the teams and take to the field for the day-long match. This year it was held on Tuesday 21 July.

“The event is actually recreational therapy,” says Yatana Hemmings, clinical director of BHB’s Intellectual Disability Programme. “Organised sport and leisure activities like this have been clinically proven to improve the mental and emotional health of people in addition to benefitting physical health.

“Cup Match affords us the opportunity to also incorporate Bermudian culture in this activity for our clients. It’s a truly enriching experience for them, and to a large extent, for us as well,” Ms Hemmings adds.

This year team St George’s made 105 runs, for the loss of 3 wickets in 8.4 overs while Somerset batted 104, all out.

“I was so happy that my team St George’s won the game this year,” says player Carlton Thompson.

“It was a fabulous win,” says Chevon Burrows who captained the team. “My team did well. We scared off Somerset. We wish all the best to St Georges on Thursday and Friday when they play in Somerset.”

BHB Acting CEO and Chief of Nursing Judy Richardson says: “We’re pleased that our staff and clients created this and have made it an annual activity. We congratulate team St George’s with captain Chevon Burrows and vice-captain, Phillip James on their win and Somerset captain Raynell Richards and vice-captain Preston Swan on their sportsmanship.

“We also thank Distinct Apparel for donating team jerseys this year.”

Below are some stats from the match.

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27 July 2026 Home Page, News

BHB Public Advisory: No through road at KEMH on Wednesday 29 July, weather permitting

Sunday 26 July 2026 -updated on Monday 27 July 2026 1:11pm: There will be no through vehicular traffic between Point Finger Road and Berry Hill Road at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital on Wednesday 29 July 2026 from noon to 4pm, weather permitting. Vehicles can enter and exit at Berry Hill Road to the Berry Hill visitors parking lot or enter the Point Finger Road entrance up to the General Wing entrance.

The closure is necessary to facilitate clearing storm drains. BHB apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

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26 July 2026 Home Page, News

BHB Public Advisory: Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre will close temporarily on Sunday 26 July 2026

Saturday 25 July 2026: The Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre will close on Sunday 26 July, for one day, and relocate to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department Fast Track.

This decision comes as current operational pressures, including staffing challenges and a high number of admitted patients boarding in the Emergency Department, with further admissions expected tomorrow and minimal anticipated discharges.

All fast track patients (Level 4 and 5 see Expected Wait Times table below) will now be assessed and treated within the ED Fast Track area. This change is intended to support improved patient flow and reduce waiting times for assessment and treatment during this period of increased demand.

If your condition is not urgent and you are able to safely wait to be seen by your GP, please consider doing so, as this will help us prioritise those patients who require more immediate emergency care.

Emergency Department
Expected Wait Times

Patients are seen and treated based on acuity, or the severity of their condition, and not in the order they arrive. Below are the approximate wait times you can expect based on your acuity level.

Acuity Wait Time

Level 1 Immediate

Level 2 10-15 minutes

Level 3 20-45 minutes

Level 4 1-2 hours

Level 5 2 hours or more

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25 July 2026 Home Page, News

BHB Primary Stroke Centre achieves Accreditation Canada distinction certification

Tuesday 21 July 2026: Bermuda Hospitals Board (BHB) is pleased to announce that its Primary Stroke Centre, part of a clinical affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine International (JHMI), has received Stroke Distinction certification from Accreditation Canada for its Acute Stroke Services and its Inpatient Rehabilitation Services standards for a second four-year term.

A letter from Accreditation Canada announcing the news reads: “Achieving Distinction indicates that your organization has demonstrated national leadership in the provision of high-quality stroke care. We applaud your success and urge you to celebrate this achievement.”

Accreditation Canada surveyors interviewed Bermuda Hospitals Board staff, stroke patients, their families and organisations BHB partner with earlier from 22-24 June 2026. In their final report they said the stroke teams had done “an incredible amount of work” in developing the programme and implementing stroke best practices, in a relatively short time.

“We are elated that we’ve received the Stroke Distinction Award,” said BHB Acting CEO and Chief of Nursing Judy Richardson. “Our Stroke programme is a top priority at BHB as we recognise stroke is an epidemic on the island.

“Our teams work around-the-clock ensuring the highest standards of care to our patients,” She added. “We met 100 percent of the criteria set by Accreditation Canada, a feat which reflects the world-class expertise of our staff and the services we provide.”

Ms Richardson continued: “Stroke distinction certification is the highest commendation a Stroke Centre can receive in the Accreditation Canada system and aligns with BHB’s vision to pursue excellence through improvement, to make Bermuda proud.”

BHB Stroke Medical Director Dr Srinath Meadipudi said: “This achievement reflects the dedication, expertise, and collaboration of our exceptional multidisciplinary stroke teams who work tirelessly to deliver the best outcomes for our patients.”

“It has been our pleasure to work with BHB in developing the Stroke Centre. We are proud of this collaboration and of BHB’s achievement in being recertified as a Primary Stroke Centre with Distinction,” said Victor C Urrutia, MD, Director of The Johns Hopkins Hospital’s Comprehensive Stroke Center and director of The Johns Hopkins Global Center for Organised Stroke Care. “This recognition shows BHB’s strong commitment to providing high-quality stroke care. Their dedicated team continues to work together using proven standards and best practices, helping to ensure patients across Bermuda receive the care they need when every minute counts.”

The Accreditation Canada Stroke Distinction letter and the Stroke Distinction Report are available on BHB’s website bermudahospitals.bm.

Stroke Centre History

In 2018 BHB recognising that stroke had become an epidemic on the island, took steps to address the problem. In July 2019, BHB launched its Primary Stroke Centre, part of a clinical affiliation with JHMI. Since that time, stroke patient outcomes have significantly improved. A more clearly defined process in managing stroke patients together with a robust national campaign highlighting the signs and symptoms of stroke, BE FAST, and the importance of attending the hospital immediately, have led to the success.

Photo: BHB stroke team leaders with the Accreditation Canada surveyors after the final briefing on 24 June 2026

21 July 2026 Home Page, News

Hamilton Princess provides luxury staycations to blood donors

Thursday 16 July 2026: Bermuda Hospitals Board (BHB) is pleased to announce that two lucky winners get to relax and enjoy themselves for two nights at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, all because they donated blood.

“As a proud prize sponsor of the Blood Donor Centre’s annual blood drive, Hamilton Princess is honoured to support an initiative that helps save lives every day,” said the hotel’s manager, Roydell Neverson.

“We are especially proud of our colleagues who participate in the drive each year, reflecting our shared commitment to community well-being and helping others in need. Together, we celebrate the generosity of all donors whose contributions make a lasting and meaningful difference,” she added.

Dr Eyitayo Fakunle, BHB chief of pathology and consultant haematologist, said: “We are so grateful to the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club for providing two, two-night stays for two people with breakfast as prize opportunities for our donors. This is the sixth year that Hamilton Princess has sponsored us in this way and every year is significant. These prizes really do entice people to donate, which greatly assists us in meeting the needs of the community.”

There were 1,333 blood donors from July 2025 to June 2026, and each was entered in the staycation draw.

“Our lucky winners this year were Renee Parker and Donna Foggo,” said Blood Donor Centre nurse phlebotomist Alma Lou Polinar-Swainson. “Both are long-term donors and winning helps us reward their commitment.”

Pathology Manager Giselle Ming said: “Donating blood to our supply is completely voluntary. This is the gold standard for safety and quality around the world.

“We doubly thank the Hamilton Princess because in addition to providing these prizes, they also regularly participate in the annual Corporate Blood Drive Competition, directly encouraging their staff to provide life-saving blood.”

People considering becoming blood donors can call 236-5067, WhatsApp 533-9553 or email blood.donor@bhb.bm. Information about blood donation is available on bermudahospitals.bm/be-a-donor/.

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Photo captions: Main photo – Donor Donna Foggo in pink is flanked to her right and left by Hamilton Princess & Beach Club managers and surrounded by BHB Blood Donor Centre staff.

Other photo -Donor Renee Parker at the Blood Donor Centre

16 July 2026 Home Page, News

BHB welcomes 39 summer students

Monday 13 July 2026: Bermuda Hospitals Board (BHB) has welcomed 39 students to the organisation this summer in paid employment. More than a quarter of the students (11) are pursuing studies in allied health fields including kinesiology, social work, biomedical science, pharmacology, radiological science and laboratory science.

BHB Director of Human Resources and Operations Nyon Steede says: “We have seven medical students, three pre-med and four psychology majors. Four of our seven nursing students are gaining experience on our long-term care units; one is in the ICU; one in Maternity and one, who has a double nursing/psychology major, has been assigned to the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute.

“We have four students enrolled in healthcare business and business administration programmes, one pursuing studies in human resources, one in IT and one in digital forensics,” he adds.

The 39 summer students were selected from 143 applicants ranging in age from 19 to 30. The minimum age accepted is 18.

“Healthcare is a field that continues to expand,” says BHB Acting CEO and Chief of Nursing Judy Richardson. “The opportunities for employment at BHB are wide and we encourage students today to pursue their passion and consider if it fits in our organisation. We welcome qualified Bermudians to join us in meeting the health needs of our community.”

“We’re delighted to have attracted so many promising students to our summer programme this year,” says BHB Chief People Officer Paul Jones. “The exposure and experience our students gain helps them determine if they are pursuing the right field for them. We are pleased to be investing in the Future of Bermuda.”

“Our summer student programme provides students with workplace exposure in their field of interest,” says Mr Steede. “It is structured to ensure students are suitably challenged and have a real opportunity to gain insight into the areas they are placed. Our ultimate goal is that they excel in their studies, gain valuable experience, then return to work with us at BHB.”

Students interested in becoming summer students at BHB should look for application notices in late December 2026. The deadline to apply is always the last day of February, the summer student 2027 deadline is Sunday 28 February.

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13 July 2026 Home Page, News