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BAHAMAS: Sands urges collective commitment to a holistic approach to well-being
#Nassau, April 9, 2019 – Bahamas – Minister of Health, the Hon. Dr. Duane Sands Thursday urged Bahamians to “collectively choose” to be committed to a holistic approach to well-being.
Addressing a World Health Day Observance held Thursday (April 4, 2019) in the Courtyard of the Ministry of Health, Poinciana Hill, Meeting Street, Dr. Sands said non-communicable diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer and chronic respiratory diseases continue to wreak havoc on the health and social costs of The Bahamas despite the fact that the majority of the diseases are preventable and can be treated.
Bahamians, Dr. Sands said, have a 17 per cent chance of dying prematurely from heart disease, diabetes, cancer or chronic respiratory diseases – which is almost 2 percentage points higher than the rest of the region. An estimated $25.2 million each year is allocated to dialysis treatment.
Dr. Sands said the majority of non-communicable diseases are preventable and can be treated. The Health Minister encouraged Bahamians to “collectively choose” to be committed to a holistic approach to well-being.
“Again, I refer to phrases that most of us grow up hearing that still apply now: ‘Eat right, exercise and get adequate rest.’ The narrative of eating right may have expanded, for example, eat for your body type, blood type, age. You may need to tailor the type of exercises you engage in, but exercise needs to be a part of your daily routine.
“Silencing your phone, turning off the television, ending a social outing at 11p.m. instead of 4a.m. may allow you to get sufficient rest. By collectively choosing to be committed to a holistic approach to well-being we can become a healthier, wealthier nation.”
Dr. Sands said the implementation of the proposed National Health Insurance Plan, coupled with the Urgent and Emergency Care Projects at the Princess Margaret Hospital and some of the Community Health Clinics in New Providence, and the ongoing upgrades to many of the Family Island Health facilities place The Bahamas well on the way to ensuring the best in health services for all.
The Bahamas got a jump-start on the celebrations surrounding World Health Day Thursday. Member States of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) officially celebrate World Health Day on Sunday, April 7. The theme for this year is: “Universal Health-Everyone, Everywhere.” World Health Day has been used since 1950 to commemorate the founding of WHO and its commitment to bringing health awareness and improvement to the global forefront.
“The effects of these diseases do not only affect health costs but social costs as well,” Dr. Sands said. “Reduced work productivity, loss of wages, disability, and the strain and stress on family support systems set a heavy toll on our nation.”
Dr. Sands said the basic right to healthcare and health equity is embedded in the mission of the Ministry of Health which aims to ensure “that the highest quality of services for health promotion, health protection and healthcare are accessible to all residents of The Bahamas in order to achieve an optimal level of health.”
“I must refer to the sage adage that says, ‘The health of a nation is the wealth of nation.’ As we aim towards shaping Universal and Primary Health Care that works for The Bahamas, it is imperative that the citizens of this nation take charge of their individual health. Far too many in our population are having complications with non-communicable diseases,” Dr. Sands added.
By Matt Maura
Release: BIS
Photo Caption: Minister Sands is pictured seated at front prior to giving the keynote address, as PHA/WHO Country Representative Dr. Esther de Gourville gives welcome.
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products concluded their 10 weeklong Twist To Win campaign with four $5,000 Mall at Marathon shopping sprees.
The campaign which was available throughout the entire Bahamas allowed consumers to enter by purchasing a 20oz bottle with a yellow cap
from the following brands: Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola No Sugar, Sprite, Fanta Orange, or Fanta Grape. Each yellow-cap had a unique alpha numeric code underneath which they submitted to the Twist To Win WhatsApp number.
With each qualifying purchase, participants residing in The Bahamas were entered to win instant prizes and into a grand prize draw to win one of four $5,000 shopping sprees at the Mall at Marathon.
Participants also enjoyed exciting instant prizes such as: Airpods, JBL Speakers, premium Coca-Cola merchandise, $500 Visa gift cards and Amazon, Spotify and Apple Music digital gift cards.
Out of 76,000 plus submissions, Brian Bethel, Ashia Demeritte, Merlin Adams, and Taraceta Neely won the coveted Mall at Marathon shopping sprees at the following select stores, Kelly’s House & Home, The Sports Center, John Bull, Brass & Leather, and BTC.
Leading up to the grand finale shopping spree, Coca-Cola hosted a Trivia Showdown with the eight finalists to determine the four winners. Finalists were tested on their knowledge of World History, Pop Culture, Caribbean Bottling Company and Coca-Cola Facts!
After a few rousing rounds of trivia, the four winners were declared after each winning their spot in the shopping spree by answering their questions correctly and choosing the “Grand Prize” Coca-Cola labeled bottles at random.
The morning of the shopping spree Coca-Cola gave the winners exclusive access to the Mall at Marathon and its participating stores before
their usual operating hours. Grand prize winners were greeted with wide smiles from Coca-Cola brand representatives and morning bites before the big event.
At the start of the thirty-minute clock the grand prize winners along with each of their Coca-Cola shopping assistants ran to the various stores collecting items in their arms and carts.
Merlin Adams, a husband and father of four was proud to have executed his game-plan at the end of the shopping spree. With toys, a new phone and materials for his home from Kelly’s, Adams felt accomplished in what he gathered.
Taraceta Neely, a winner from Eleuthera collected beautiful bags for herself and relatives from Brass and Leather and Brian Bethel bought matching athletic and outdoor wear from The Sports Center for his family.
The final winner Ashia Demeritte bought linens and household items in addition to a new phone from BTC right in time for Christmas.
Caribbean Bottling Company is proud to share the real magic of Coca-Cola with the grand prize winners and the may instant prize winners across the Twist To Win campaign. For more updates on new products, promotions, and events follow www.cbcbahamas.com.
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The Coca-Cola Art Project Astonishes Art Lovers at The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products displayed
their astonishing Coca-Cola Art Project (CCAP), during Baha Mar’s five-day Culinary & Arts Festival. Earlier this year, Coca-Cola partnered with The University of The Bahamas’ Visual Art and Design Department for a culturally rich art competition. UB’s art students were challenged to create pieces surrounding the theme, Bahamian music.
As a result, 20 student works of art were made, with four students declared as winners at the CCAP exhibit opening in Baha Mar’s ECCHO: Art Gallery in August. To recreate the culturally stimulating magic felt at the exhibit’s premiere, the CCAP was featured at the FUZE Art Tent during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.
Nine incredible pieces of art lined the walls of the Coca-Cola Art Project, four of which included the winning pieces from Jhanaisia Cole,
with ‘Gaulin Bride’; Alyssa Pinder, with ‘Shotgun Wedding’; Nelson Gray, with ‘Untitled’; and Jaela Bowe, with the piece ‘Whims of Obeah, a Folktail’. Additionally, an intimate listening room was built. It displayed students’ artistic processes, UB Visual Art and Design representatives, and a recap of the exhibit opening for audiences.
Art enthusiasts also enjoyed premium limited-edition CCAP keepsakes at the booth. Journals which featured a collage of all 20 student submissions on the front and back cover, postcards with an art piece on the cover along with the student’s name, title, dimension and materials on the back and pens designed with the CCAP’s dynamic logo.
Throughout the art festival diverse groups of people visited the art tent taking in the displays while enjoying the artistic insights from the
listening booth.
Community and culture are always at the forefront of Caribbean Bottling Community, and it was boldly showcased during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival for the third consecutive year.
For more details on the Coca-Cola Art Project, events and new products visit www.cbcbahamas.com today!
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Wines & Spirits (CWS), The Bahamas’ premier wines and spirits distributor delighted Jollification
attendees with bubbles from their Bottega and Bouvet Ladubay sparkling wines and Besserat de Bellefon champagne lines.
Located in the Monument Circle on The Retreat grounds, CWS transformed The Retreat Garden into a lush lounge with Besserat, Bouvet and their latest product addition, Bottega, during the two-day affair.
The festivities kicked off Friday during BNT Member’s Night. Guests enjoyed exclusive offerings from CWS’s catalogue, offered exclusively to members. Complimentary mixes or glasses on the rocks included El Tequileno tequila, Hard Truth whiskey, House of Angostura rum, Cross Keys gin, Nemiroff vodka and a slew of wines such as Fonesca Bin, Bottega and Besserat.
Guests also savored the ‘Jolly Paloma’ cocktail, an instant favorite made with El Tequileno tequila, Schweppes Grapefruit and Domaine de Paris rose wine. To end the night, guests were treated to branded limited-edition wine tumblers as keepsakes.
On Saturday and Sunday, Jollification attendees delighted in glasses or bottles of champagne and sparkling brut or rosé wines while taking
in the comfort of the chic lounge. In addition to purchasing bottles for onsite consumption, consumers were also able to purchase bottles as gifts whether for themselves or someone special.
The sophisticated “bubble lounge” lounge was decked with velvet couches, gold rimmed cocktail tables, blue and pink pillows, and a white floral branded backdrop created for capturing the perfect picture.
Caribbean Wines & Spirits, a historic partner of the Bahamas National Trust was pleased to support Jollification 2025 to kick off the festive season and share their expansive range of spirits.
To keep up to date with all CWS products and events, visit their website at www.cwsbahamas.com today.
