The Department of Public Health Bahamas

31/07/2026

☀️ This Emancipation Day, don’t just celebrate; emancipate yourself from the holiday heat! 🥤💦

As you head to the beach, family gatherings, regattas, festivals, and other holiday events this long weekend, remember that high temperatures can quickly lead to dehydration and heat-related illness.

Stay safe by:
💧 Drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
🧢 Wearing light, loose-fitting clothing and a hat.
🌳 Taking breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
🍉 Eating water-rich fruits and avoiding too much alcohol in the sun.
👶👵 Checking in on children, older adults, and anyone with chronic medical conditions, as they’re more vulnerable to the heat.

Let’s enjoy the holiday responsibly and look out for one another.

Celebrate the freedom. Escape the heat. Stay hydrated. Stay healthy.➕💙

DepartmentOfPublicHealth HealthyBahamas

28/07/2026

Today is World Hepatitis Day, a reminder that hepatitis is inflammation of the liver, most commonly caused by a viral infection. Left untreated, it can lead to serious liver damage, liver cancer, and even death. The challenge is that many people with hepatitis have no symptoms for years and don’t know they’re infected.

The good news? Hepatitis is preventable, treatable, and in some cases, curable.

💉 Get vaccinated against hepatitis A and B.
🩺 Know your risk and get tested.
❤️ Practice healthy habits to reduce your risk.
👨‍⚕️ Seek medical care if you think you’ve been exposed.

Together, we can raise awareness, reduce stigma, and work toward eliminating hepatitis as a public health threat.

Protect your liver. Protect your health.

HealthyBahamas

24/07/2026

Today is the first day of our first session of Psychological First Aid training in New Providence! Our participants have completed the introductory segment and are now about to dive into the content.

Session 2 is at the end of the month - Thursday 30th July and Friday 31st July. If you have registered and can no longer attend, please let us know as soon as possible. There are many people waitlisted who are eager to attend.

You can email the Mental Health Programming Unit: Christina Johnson ([email protected]) and Kennita Saunders-Kemp ([email protected]).

We look forward to hosting you!

💚 The Ministry of Health & Wellness Bahamas
💚 The Department of Public Health Bahamas
💚 Mental Health Programming Unit
💚 Bahamas Psychological Association

10/07/2026

🇧🇸 Happy 53rd Independence Day, Bahamas!

Today we celebrate our heritage, our resilience, and the people who make our nation extraordinary.

At the Department of Public Health, we believe a healthy nation is built by healthy people and thriving communities. Together, let’s continue creating a brighter, healthier future for every island and every Bahamian.

💙 One people,
💛 United in love
🖤 And service.

Happy Independence Day!

30/06/2026

And just like that, all seats have been filled!

Please contact the Mental Health Programming Unit to cancel your seat in the case you are no longer able to join your session - there are people eager to attend if availability opens.

Christina Johnson - [email protected]
Kennita Saunders-Kemp - [email protected]

Thank you for your interest. Session 1, we will see you in a few weeks!

💚 The Ministry of Health & Wellness Bahamas
💚 The Department of Public Health Bahamas
💚 Mental Health Programming Unit
💚 Bahamas Psychological Association

23/06/2026

Session 1 is FULL! Session 2 is almost full! Make sure you claim your seat.

❗ Session 2: Thursday 30th and Friday 31st July, 2026 - https://forms.gle/aq8gnjfndDBpyHpV8
✅ Session 3: Thursday 13th and Friday 14th August, 2026 - https://forms.gle/9Hyxt6XZKsturYgG9
✅ Session 4: Thursday 27th and Friday 28th August, 2026 - https://forms.gle/x9TUjW6fBNknraKt6
✅ Session 5: Thursday 17th and Friday 18th September, 2026 - https://forms.gle/sDFDTTcitHBWeRf36

📍 Cancer Society of The Bahamas
🕗 10:00 am - 3:00 pm on both days

We will be providing participants with a light lunch on both days of the training. Once you have attended both days of the training, you will receive a certificate and a resource booklet to reference.

If you have any questions, kindly contact the Mental Health Programming Unit: Christina Johnson ([email protected]) and Kennita Saunders-Kemp ([email protected]).

💚 The Ministry of Health & Wellness Bahamasas
💚 The Department of Public Health Bahamas
💚 Mental Health Programming Unit
💚 Bahamas Psychological Association

22/06/2026

The Department of Public Health, along with the Department of Meteorology, and Climate Change and Health wishes to advise the public that the Northern and Northwest Bahamas is currently experiencing an excessive heat wave. This can increase the risk of heat related illnesses.

To beat the heat:
✅ Stay hydrated
✅ Limit time in direct sunlight
✅ Check on loved ones
✅ Wear light, loose clothing

Use the QR code provided for more information📱

Stay cool, stay healthy!➕💙

21/06/2026

Today, we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, guardians, mentors, and father figures whose love, guidance, and dedication help shape healthy families and stronger communities.

Whether through words of wisdom, acts of service, or simply being present, fathers play an important role in nurturing the physical, emotional, and social well-being of those they love.

The Department of Public Health extends warm Father’s Day wishes to all fathers and father figures across The Bahamas. Thank you for your leadership, sacrifice, and commitment to building brighter futures.
Happy Father’s Day! 💙

15/06/2026