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Primary Care Boost: The Bahamas has officially joined the Alliance for Primary Health Care in the Americas, becoming the first CARICOM member state to sign on, with a consultative mechanism led by the Ministry of Health and Wellness to coordinate investments and technical support. NHI Health Trends: National Health Insurance Authority figures show a 44% increase in HIV and AIDS cases among beneficiaries using services in 2025, alongside a 9.6% rise in sexually transmitted infection diagnoses; officials stress the numbers reflect care-seeking and reporting, not necessarily new infections. STI Reporting Clarified: Health Minister Dr. Michael Darville says confusion around S.T.I. statistics stems from how NHI utilization feeds into a special ministry unit that cleans and reports data. Medical Cannabis Steps Forward: Darville says the government has secured the Metrc digital platform for medical cannabis licensing and seed-to-sale tracking, with e-prescriptions and the Cannabis Authority’s operational backbone now in place. Care Access & Support: The Bahamas donated $500,000 worth of critical chemotherapy medication to Cuba for children receiving treatment in Havana. Elderly Power Impact: After recent island-wide blackouts tied to Bahamas Power and Light, elderly homes reported hours without electricity and are seeking battery/solar fans and medical supplies. Community Health & Family Services: Hundreds attended Family and Community Day during National Family Week, with ministries and partners providing groceries, school supplies, and direct services to families. Public Health Safety Note: A cruise passenger sued after a “swimming pig” bite in the Bahamas, alleging rabies fears and painful post-exposure treatment.

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BAHAMAS-HEALTH-Bahamas  become first CARICOM country to join Alliance for Primary Health Care in the Americas

BAHAMAS-HEALTH-Bahamas become first CARICOM country to join Alliance for Primary Health Care in the Americas

BAHAMAS GOVERNMENT DONATED $500,000 WORTH OF CRITICAL CHEMOTHERAPY MEDICATION TO CUBA

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