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Coronavirus: What are the chances of dying?

March 1, 2020, 4:49 am
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 By Robert Cuffe, Head of Statistics

Researchers currently think that between five and 40 coronavirus cases in 1,000 will result in death, with a best guess of nine in 1,000 or about 1%.

But it depends on a range of factors: your age, sex and general health and the health system you are in.

How hard is it to work out the death rate?

It is PhD-level hard. Even counting cases is tricky.

Most cases of most viruses will go uncounted because people tend not to visit the doctor with mild symptoms.

The different death rates we are seeing reported around the world are unlikely to be due to different versions of the virus.

According to research by Imperial College, it's because different countries are better or worse at spotting the milder, harder to count cases.  Read more >>
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What symptoms to be on the lookout for and how to protect yourself from coronavirus

March 1, 2020, 4:58 am
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By Faith Karimi, CNN

 (CNN)As the United States recorded its first coronavirus death -- and the number of infections grows worldwide -- many people are wondering what symptoms to be on the lookout for and how to protect themselves.

There are now 71 confirmed and presumptive positive cases of coronavirus in the United States. Here's what you should know to keep yourself safe:

What are the symptoms

Coronavirus makes people sick, usually with a mild to moderate upper respiratory tract illness, similar to a common cold. Its symptoms include a runny nose, cough, sore throat, headache and a fever that can last for a couple of days.

For those with a weakened immune system, the elderly and the very young, there's a chance the virus could cause a lower, and much more serious, respiratory tract illness like a pneumonia or bronchitis.  Read more >>
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Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation Statement on COVID-19

March 2, 2020, 3:53 am
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NASSAU, Bahamas – The Bahamas Ministry of Health is working closely with the all pertinent government agencies throughout the destination to execute The Bahamas National Preparedness and Response Plan for Coronavirus (COVID-19).

At this time, there are no reported cases of the coronavirus in The Bahamas.

The World Health Organization (WHO) does not currently recommend any restriction of travel or trade, and The Bahamas continues to welcome visitors to the destination.

The Bahamas is one of the few countries conducting COVID-19 testing and is actively employing several measures used globally to screen visitors and residents and to manage the response to individuals of concern in line with international health best practices.

Traveler health questionnaires and a screening protocol are used at ports, hotels and rental properties to identify guests who may require surveillance or treatment.

On January 30, 2020, The Bahamas implemented border control and quarantine measures for persons travelling from China as a component of the country’s Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan.

All travelers, who are not citizens or residents of The Bahamas, with a history of travel to China within the previous 20 days are to be denied entry.

Citizens and residents with a history of travel to China within the previous 20 days are to be quarantined and monitored closely by the Public Health Department to determine whether possible exposure while in China will result in illness.  Should they become ill, they will be managed per clinical management WHO guidelines for cases of COVID-19.

There are currently only four (4) quarantine cases in The Bahamas.

Currently, no other countries are restricted but the Government of The Bahamas is reviewing this matter on an ongoing basis and will keep the travelling public informed.

A destination-wide education campaign is underway to remind the public of the basic hygiene practices that can be used to prevent the spread of the virus including frequent, proper hand washing, use of hand sanitizers, frequent disinfection of surfaces and avoiding close contact with those exhibiting signs of respiratory illness.

The Bahamas is following the protocol outlined in the International Health Regulations (IHR) and reporting to WHO as appropriate.

The WHO currently considers the risk to The Bahamas and Caribbean from the coronavirus to be low, but a key element of the IHR plan is to inform the public of relevant updates regularly.  (source)
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'I don't feel like we're making any progress': 6 months after Hurricane Dorian, Bahamas struggles to rebuild

March 2, 2020, 4:01 am
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Great Abaco's recovery from the destruction of Hurricane Dorian has been slow, and while streets have been cleared of debris, badly damaged buildings and piles of rubble can still be seen six months after the storm. (David Common/CBC)

By David Common & Melissa Mancini

Ten minutes away from the restored and gleaming cruise ship terminals on Grand Bahama island, just beyond the multi-millionaires' beach compounds, is the real Bahamas — and it lies in ruins.

It's six months since Hurricane Dorian made landfall on the island nation, snapping trees, gutting homes, shearing exterior walls and roofs clean off. Along with the catastrophic winds, surging waves hammered cars through buildings, and emptied schools of desks and chairs and pretty much everything else.

Bahamian authorities officially reported 76 dead as a result of Dorian's wrath. But nearly that many have been missed from some individual communities, with the belief by many aid and other organizations that the true death toll is more likely counted in four figures. Hundreds of Haitian migrants lived next to the sea when the hurricane hit, for instance, and many are unaccounted for but, without status in the country, their deaths have not been included in the official national tally.

While the streets have been cleared of debris, thousands of homes remain uninhabitable. Power crews continue to restore electrical service, and roofers have years of work ahead of them.  Read more >>
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Government Progress Report to highlight accomplishments in education, environment and Over-the-Hill

March 2, 2020, 4:08 am
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The Government of The Bahamas will release its first Progress Report on Monday 2 March 2020. The report will outline some of the Government’s major accomplishments since coming to office in May 2017.

Entitled “Investing in People & Communities,” the first report focuses on Bahamians and the communities in which they live, supported by the Government’s commitments to equip tomorrow’s Bahamians with tools for self-determination. Future reports will focus on other aspects.

The Progress Report shares information regarding successful initiatives in education and technology, health, conservation and land reform, steps taken to lessen our national carbon footprint and remediation and repairs to the Clifton Pier Power Station.

Among the accomplishments highlighted is the increase in access to free tertiary education at the University of The Bahamas (UB) and the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) for qualified students.  Read more >>
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PM: Coronavirus presents “grave concern”

March 2, 2020, 4:14 am
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Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis

Govt. to establish national coordinating committee

Health officials assure of ability to contain, combat virus

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The globally spreading coronavirus (COVID-19) represents a grave threat to the safety and security of The Bahamas, according to Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis.

However, the prime minister assured The Bahamas is capable of containing and combating the virus, and is actively shoring up its health institutions in preparation for the potential threat.

“As a husband, father and grandfather, the outbreak of COVID-19 is a matter of grave concern,” Minnis said at a press briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister.

“As a doctor it is equally concerning.

“I have instructed this government and its health officials in particular to do everything in our power to combat, communicate and if needed, contain this health risk.”  Read more >>
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Six Now In Coronavirus Quarantine

March 2, 2020, 4:28 am
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By FARRAH JOHNSON
fjohnson@tribunemedia.net

THE number of Bahamians in quarantine for signs related to the novel coronavirus has increased to six, according to Health Minister Dr Duane Sands.

On Monday, four Bahamians were placed in quarantine after travelling on a Canadian flight with a passenger that tested positive for the deadly disease.

Yesterday, Dr Sands confirmed that two more people were quarantined on Wednesday.

While the minister did not reveal the circumstances surrounding the new additions, he did confirm that neither individual was on the Canadian flight with the four other people who were quarantined.  Read more >>
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WHO chief warns 'we are in uncharted territory' as number of coronavirus cases worldwide passes 90,000

March 3, 2020, 4:19 am
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By Joshua Berlinger

Hong Kong (CNN) The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) said that public health officials are operating in "uncharted territory" as they combat the spread of the novel coronavirus, which has infected more than 90,000 people across 73 countries and territories as of Monday evening.

The virus has spread to every continent except Antarctica since it was first identified in December last year in the central Chinese city of Wuhan. Medical workers are now battling deadly outbreak clusters in South Korea, Iran and Italy, while other countries are working furiously to avoid a similar fate by readying public health authorities, alerting their citizens and enacting travel restrictions to affected areas.

To date, there have been 172 deaths reported outside mainland China, raising the global death toll to 3,115.  Read more >>
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Nassau Paradise Island: Beaches, Yes, But Also Amazing Culture

March 3, 2020, 4:30 am
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Nassau is home to not only great beaches, but amazing cultural events such as the annual Junkanoo festival.

With its fabulous, white-sand beaches and crystal-clear water, Nassau Paradise Island is known around the world as a great place for a relaxing, tropical getaway. But there’s a lot more to the island than palm trees, sugary sand and warm, blue-green water.

I was there a little over a year ago and discovered that Nassau Paradise Island has a rich history, with influences from Spain, Britain, West Africa and many more exotic locales. From dining out like a local to celebrating the amazingly colourful Junkanoo Festival, visitors can experience a huge variety of cultural offerings that not only provide insight into the island’s history, but also wonderful memories you’ll cherish forever.  Read more >>
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Bahamas PM claims TCI is ‘swamped’ with illegal migrants

March 3, 2020, 4:36 am
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PM Dr. Hubert Minnis

By Gemma Handy

THE TCI is being cited as a cautionary tale by Bahamian officials who this week pledged to aggressively track down illegal immigrants and "take our country back”.

In a vociferous speech delivered to Parliament on Monday, prime minister Hubert Minnis claimed the TCI was "swamped” with illegal migrants – and even asserted they outnumber ordinary residents.

"Residents in Turks are so fed up that they themselves are capturing the illegals, tying them up and taking them to the authorities and requesting that they be deported,” PM Minnis alleged.

"I would not like to see us reach that point,” he added.  Read more >>
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GE Mobile Turbine To Help Power Bahamas

March 3, 2020, 4:45 am
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A GE TM2500 mobile aeroderivative gas turbine is ready to start operating at Bahamas Power and Light Company Ltd. (BPL) Blue Hills Power Plant to provide an addition of up to 34 MW of power to the island and potentially bring more grid stability and help control grid frequency.

By J. Burke

TM2500 can supply up to 34 MW

Bahamas Power & Light Co. Ltd. (BPL) recently installed a GE’s TM2500 mobile aeroderivative gas turbine that can supply up to 34 MW.

The deployment of the mobile gas turbine by GE Gas Power will potentially support the improvement of frequency control of the grid, which is expected to help reduce power outages and eventually facilitate the connection of more renewable generation.

“Our TM2500 mobile aeroderivative gas turbine can operate on a wide variety of fuels including natural gas, LPG and distillate liquid fuel, becoming the first equipment of its kind to be installed in The Bahamas,” said Carlos Mousadi, general manager for Central America and The Caribbean for GE Gas Power. “The technology may potentially provide cheaper and cleaner power than the current diesel generators on the island.”  Read more >>
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Industry Workshop Aim Is To Meet The Standard

March 3, 2020, 4:53 am
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The Bahamas Bureau of Standards and Quality (BBSQ) teamed with its Caribbean counterpart to host a Freeport workshop on the development of quality regulation for various local industries.

The workshop, held on February 19 in partnership with the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards & Quality (CROSQ), included attendees from Pharmachem Technologies, GSPA-BDS, Freeport Container Port, Freeport Harbour Company, Freeport Oil, FOCOL Holdings, the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA), Petro Express, and the Grand Bahama Utility Company (GBUC).

The event featured an on-site visit to two calibration laboratories that were built under the BBSQ’s purview in an attempt to provide consistent, and sustainable, measurements and calibrations to the service industry. The two laboratories were built within a 40-foot shipping container and are a step towards creating a framework for the further technical expertise and support the BBSQ needs to elevate the laboratories to full operational status.  Read more >>
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Coronavirus prep: Hand sanitizers fly off shelves

March 3, 2020, 5:01 am
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Shopper stocks on supplies at Xtra Value Grocery Store Saturday

By Royston Jones Jr.

Super Value, Lowe’s run low on stock of sanitizers
Foreign Affairs strongly discourages non-essential travel to risk areas

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Public concerns about the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) to the United States has prompted shoppers to begin preparing for the potential outbreak of the virus in The Bahamas.

The Ministry of Health advised Monday afternoon there have been no confirmed or suspected cases of the virus in the country.

Stores, including Super Value and Lowe’s Pharmacy, confirmed to Eyewitness News that hand sanitizers have flown off the shelves in the last couple of days.  Read more >>
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NEW DAY: Govt. signs Heads of Agreement for sale of Grand Lucayan

March 3, 2020, 5:07 am
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Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis (center, back row) poses with developer and officials at the signing ceremony in Grand Bahama.

By Natario McKenzie

PM says investment will create 3,000 direct and indirect jobs

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said Grand Bahama is “at the beginning of a new day” as he signed a Heads of Agreement (HOA) for the sale of the Grand Lucayan Resort and Casino.

The $250 million investment by Royal Caribbean and ITM theGroup will go “a long way” to revitalizing the hurricane-ravaged island’s economy.

Minnis said 3,000 direct and indirect jobs will be created through the investment.

“The Grand Lucayan properties have  played a vital role in the economic life of  Grand Bahama for many years,” he continued.  Read more >>
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Swapping kisses for elbow bumps. The bizarre ways that coronavirus is changing etiquette

March 4, 2020, 5:08 am
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By Amy Woodyatt

 (CNN)On Monday, a German politician did what could have been seen as the ultimate faux paus -- he rejected a handshake from his head of state, Chancellor Angela Merkel.

But rather than reprimanding him, Merkel smiled and praised German interior minister Horst Seehofer for his approach, which is growing more common as the coronavirus continues its global spread.

As authorities around the world scramble to contain the novel coronavirus, which has sickened more than 90,000 people and spread to more than 70 countries and territories, people have been facing a dilemma: How should I greet someone?  Read more >>
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Don't Miss SGBC Hurricane Dorian Conference 2020!

March 4, 2020, 5:12 am
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Humane Society Pub Quiz - Saturday 7th March

March 4, 2020, 5:16 am
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It's been 6 months since Hurricane Dorian, and its only still the beginning of the rebuilding process for some.

Join the Humane Society for their very first fundraiser at Garden of the Groves for a fun evening of trivia, plus food and drinks.

Help raise money that will go towards their new shelter for all new and old dogs and cats.

Read more on the flyer below and please share, thanks! #GBHS #GrandBahama #Restore #Rebuild #GrandBahamaStrong #Fundraiser #GardenofTheGroves
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Bahamas' Sixth Most Expensive Ranking Not 'Accurate Portrayal'

March 4, 2020, 5:30 am
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John Rolle Governor of the Central Bank of The Bahamas

By YOURI KEMP

The Central Bank’s governor says The Bahamas’ recent ranking as the world’s sixth most expensive country to live in is not an “accurate portrayal” of this nation’s cost of living.

John Rolle, speaking during the Bahamian digital currency’s launch in Abaco, said of the findings by CEOWorld magazine: “I think the biggest misinterpretation of that is Bahamians think that it means that it’s their cost of living that’s being referred, and it’s not.”

“It’s the cost of being an expatriate, and that’s compared against other countries internationally where you have expatriate communities. For the expatriate communities there are inputs into their living like real estate accommodations. Accommodations in The Bahamas would be comparable to the cost of real estate rental wise in many of the other expensive jurisdictions in the world, so we have to remember than.”  Read more >>
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Alleged Nygard sex ring fuels raging Bahamas corruption scandal

March 4, 2020, 5:39 am
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Peter Nygard hosted several high-ranking Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) officials at his Nygard Cay property to celebrate the PLP election victory in 2012. Those in attendance included Minister of Housing & National Insurance, Shane Gibson; the Minister of Health, Dr. Perry Gomez; and the Director of Fertility, Dr. Wan Song.

When reached for comment, a PLP spokesman directed the Free Press to past comments the party made in response to the allegations; the party denies having been bribed by Nygard.

However, the party and Nygard did have a relationship. In the class-action lawsuit, there are photos of party members at his property. Multiple former employees, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said high-ranking PLP politicians were frequent guests at his "pamper parties."

Nygard also boasted he "initiated and helped to write the stem cell legislation" the country passed into law under the PLP government — a claim the attorney general denied at the time. Nygard has long been known to have an interest in stem cell research for anti-aging purposes.

He also donated at least $5 million to the PLP in advance of the 2012 election. There are no caps on political donations in the Bahamas.

In addition, documents obtained by local newspaper The Tribune, indicate Nygard sent thousands of dollars per month to a bank account connected to former PLP cabinet minister Shane Gibson. One former employee of Nygard Cay, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said Gibson was a common guest at "pamper parties."

Gibson later admitted accepting the funds — which totalled $94,000 from August 2011 to January 2013 — saying they were campaign contributions.  Read more >>
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Bahamas establishes laboratory to test for COVID-19

March 4, 2020, 5:45 am
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NASSAU, Bahamas (CMC) – The Bahamas yesterday announced the establishment of a laboratory with the capacity to test for the coronavirus (COVID-19), as the Government said it would utilise the resources necessary to help minimise the risk of the virus in the country and ensure the safety of all Bahamians and residents.

Chief Medical Officer Dr Pearl McMillian said that the lab is part of the Ministry of Health's ongoing COVID-19 preparedness and response plan to ensure optimal readiness and response to the virus that has killed more than 3,000 people mainly in China, South Korea, Japan and the United States, among other countries.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) said that there were more than 86,983 confirmed cases globally, including in the Caribbean.

While The Bahamas has reported no suspected or confirmed cases of the virus, Dr McMillian said the authorities have put in place various measures to deal with the situation, including the establishment of a task force made up of key personnel from various Government agencies, including customs and immigration, the Port Department, tourism, foreign affairs, the police and the defence forces.

Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said his Administration would utilise the resources necessary to help minimize the risk of the virus here.

“I want to be clear that when it comes to public health threats, the Government will not take any chances. We take this outbreak very seriously. Public health is an absolute priority,” Minnis said.  (source)
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