AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoOlder Persons Month: The Ministry of Social Services held a church service for seniors under “The Age of Longevity,” with National Council for Older Persons chair Dr. Indira Grimes urging better, coordinated systems to protect dignity, health, and social support as the 65+ population rises. Cancer Support: CIBC Caribbean’s Walk for the Cure returns every Saturday in October across New Providence, Abaco, Eleuthera and Grand Bahama, pairing walks with wellness activities and local cancer support groups. Dementia Care Fundraising: Colina Insurance Limited again backed the Bahamas Alzheimer’s Association fun run/memory walk, supporting awareness and a planned Holistic Sickle Cell Centre? (Correction: the sickle cell centre is separate; this story is Alzheimer’s/dementia support.) Healthcare on the Family Islands: Nurses Union leaders raised concerns about conditions and staffing at Bimini and the Marsh Harbour Community Clinic, including claims of mold/leaks and nurses being out due to illness. Regional Health Leadership: The Bahamas congratulated Dr. Cherita Moxey on her PAHO Directing Council Rapporteur role, highlighting continued regional health influence. Community Health Resources: Sandilands Rehabilitation Centre’s Child and Adolescent Unit library received 200 books from Rotary, supporting youth in specialized care. Public Safety & Health: Police investigated a one-month-old infant death after being brought unresponsive to a New Providence police station; authorities also reported a fatal John Road shooting in Nassau.
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