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What To Do When Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease Wanders

Published

3 years ago

November 21, 2023

Prevention and preparation can help you keep your loved one safe

November 21, 2023 – The definition of wandering varies from context to context. Technically, wandering is an umbrella term for several different behaviors. This includes elopement (attempts to escape), repetitive pacing and becoming lost. According to neurologist, Jagan Pillai, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor, Neurology, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, most of the caregivers he works with think about wandering in terms of the latter — when someone becomes lost outside of the home, without their knowledge.

However you define it, wandering is a serious concern. It tends to occur in moderate to advanced stages of Alzheimer’s disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 60% of people living with the disease will wander at least once. Most individuals who wander, wander repeatedly.

As you can imagine, wandering is incredibly dangerous. In fact, of individuals who aren’t found within the first 24 hours of their departure, 50% end up either severely injured or dead. That’s why it’s so important to take action to prevent wandering, and implement a plan for recovering a loved one if they go missing.

It’s worth noting that Alzheimer’s isn’t the only condition that can cause wandering. It also occurs in other neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s disease, specific forms of dementia like Lewy body dementia and developmental disorders like autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While the advice below focuses on Alzheimer’s, it might be worth a read for others, too.

According to Dr. Pillai, as Alzheimer’s disease progresses, certain abilities degrade, like sequential planning and keeping track of a daily routine.

“People with Alzheimer’s may not perceive the outside world in the same way anymore,” he explains. “The way they perceive colors and distances might change, too, so they’re not able to make judgments about how far apart things are, or how one object relates to another.”

This combination makes it difficult for the person with dementia to figure out where they are — and what to do next.

Many people who wander are motivated by a goal of some sort. Some of the common motivations include a need to escape from what one perceives as an unfamiliar or unsafe setting, a desire for social interaction or simple restlessness.

It’s often impossible to determine why an individual is wandering because, as Dr. Pillai notes, a combination of these things can happen all at once. He offers an example of going to get the newspaper.

“They’ve done that a zillion times in their life,” he explains, “but as the disease progresses, there will be a point where they pick up the newspaper, and suddenly the world doesn’t seem the way it used to seem. They get confused and they take a wrong turn.”

Something as simple as changing weather might be enough to disorient a person with dementia. As Alzheimer’s disease affects both memory and sequential planning, it’s hard to know what triggers the behavior.

If you have a loved one with an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, you’ve likely heard of a common phenomenon called sundowning. The term refers to a number of symptoms — like irritation, confusion, agitation and depression — worsening over the course of the day. While most people experience sundowning after the sun goes down, as the name suggests, it can actually happen at other times of day, too.

About 20% of all people with Alzheimer’s disease experience sundowning.

While it’s true that sundowning can prompt nighttime wandering, Dr. Pillai doesn’t see it as often among his patients as the literature would lead us to expect.

“Wandering typically means the person is breaching the threshold between their home and the elements,” he explains, “and people don’t usually go outside as much at night, although they might be wandering inside the house.”

That said, when people do have a wandering episode after dark, it’s extremely dangerous.

Wandering is a sign of disease progression, so it tends not to happen out of the blue. Your loved one may be at risk of wandering if they start:

Forgetting how to get to familiar places, both inside and outside the house.
Talking about obligations from their past, like going to work or picking children up from school.
Asking about the whereabouts of family members who’ve passed away.
Expressing a desire to “go home” while at home.
Getting disoriented or anxious in crowded or public spaces.

If you notice these behaviors, it’s time to implement your wandering safety plan.

If you have children, you’ve probably sat down with them at some point to create a fire safety plan. It’s important to do the same thing for wandering. Having a wandering safety plan allows you and any other people involved in your loved one’s care to prepare for an emergency long before it happens. Here are some things to consider for your safety plan:

Get a medical identification bracelet. According to Dr. Pillai, this is perhaps the most important component of the wandering safety plan. The bracelet should include the individual’s name, their medical condition (for example, “Alzheimer’s” or “memory loss”), a contact number for their primary caregiver and, if possible, their address.
Enroll in a safe return program. Multiple companies sell medical alert devices with GPS tracking. In addition to facilitating the safe return of a loved one, they can also be used to summon the authorities in the event of a medical emergency. The Alzheimer’s Association, in collaboration with the MedicAlert® Foundation, has a 24/7 Wandering Support program.
Take regular photos. In the event that your loved one goes missing, it’s crucial that you have a recent close-up photo to share with the authorities.
Inform your neighbors. Contact the people living in the immediate vicinity of the person with Alzheimer’s and ask them to alert you if they see the individual walking around unsupervised. If possible, provide them with a photo. According to Dr. Pillai, “People are sometimes hesitant about sharing this information with their friends or family, or members of the community, but making sure people are aware is a huge safety net.”
Write down likely wandering destinations. Make a list of the places your loved one has gone in the past or places you suspect they might try to go during a wandering episode. For example, if the person thinks they still have a job, they may try to go to their office.
Install an alarm system. In addition to conventional home security systems, there is a wide range of products on the market specifically designed for wandering prevention, including bed, chair and gate alarms. There are also pressure mats with built-in alarms that can alert you when your loved one is walking into an unsafe area of the house.
Hide your keys. Make sure your home and car keys aren’t readily accessible to a person living with dementia.

While you can’t stop people with Alzheimer’s from wandering, you can create an environment that discourages it. Here are some tips for managing wandering:

Cover the basics. All humans need regular access to food, water and a toilet. Those needs going unmet may prompt a person living with dementia to wander.
Build routines. Even if your loved one hasn’t had issues with wandering, structure can be helpful. Involve your loved one in daily activities like preparing meals. If you aren’t providing day-to-day care, arrange to call at the same time every day to check in.
Schedule with symptoms in mind. Look for patterns in the individual’s wandering. If they’re prone to wandering at a particular time of day, plan activities during that time.
Encourage “safe walking” and other exercises. Restlessness and lack of exercise are common causes of wandering. Give your loved one scheduled, supervised opportunities to get outside and be active.
Camouflage exits. Where possible, match your door handle to the door color. If you can’t change the hardware, try covering the doorknob in fabric. You can also hang art on the door, giving it the appearance of a wall. Keep in mind, if you’re loved one is wandering, they can’t be alone — concealing the door is only safe if the individual is being monitored.
Consider aromatherapy. While the scientific evidence is far from conclusive, the UK’s Alzheimer’s Society notes that aromatherapy might reduce aggression and improve cognition in people living with dementia.

While it’s important to keep your loved one from wandering, remember to NEVER leave them in a locked house by themselves. If you discover that a person with Alzheimer’s is missing, it’s important to act fast.

Within the first 15 minutes after learning your loved one is lost, do as many of the following steps as you can:

Search the entire residence, including areas where the individual might not usually go (like a garage, basement, attic or crawlspace).
Make sure there aren’t any cars missing from the residence.
Search in the yard, if there is one, and in the surrounding neighborhood. Be attentive to the landscape. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, many individuals who go missing are found within brush or brier.
If the individual has gotten lost in the past, search the areas where you previously found them.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, most people who wander are found within 1.5 miles of their starting location. As you widen your search area, favor the direction of the person’s dominant hand. For example, turn right at a fork in the road if your loved one is right-handed. When people with dementia wander, they tend to follow the direction of their dominant hand.
Alert neighbors, friends and family members that the individual is lost. If possible, show them a recent picture of the missing person so they can keep an eye out.

If after 15 minutes of searching, you’ve been unable to locate your loved one, you should call 911 and report the individual missing. The authorities can then determine whether or not to issue a Silver Alert.

A Silver Alert — similar to the Marco Alerts you receive following a child abduction — is specific to missing persons who have a cognitive disorder, mental disability or brain disorder. The alert notifies everyone within the locale, region or state to be on the lookout for the missing individual.

No matter how much you plan or how hard you work, taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia will never be easy. It’s an emotionally, mentally and physically taxing experience. Without proper support, you run the risk of burning out. That’s why part of being an effective caregiver is knowing when to seek help.

Dr. Pillai recommends caregiver support groups to his patients’ families, explaining that, “There’s a lot of value in talking to other people going through the same experience.” Support groups provide a space to process grief, release stress and learn healthy coping strategies.

Dr. Pillai also notes that talking to other caregivers in your area is a great way to learn “what strategies to prevent wandering work in the real world.” If you’re not comfortable attending a support group, consider joining an online forum.

Millions of people are living with Alzheimer’s disease around the world — and millions more are caring for them. Wandering is scary, yes, but it isn’t unique. Your loved one isn’t alone in this fight, and neither are you.

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What To Eat and Drink When You Have the Flu

Published

3 days ago

September 28, 2026

Deandrea Hamilton

Hydrating and focusing on nutrient-rich foods are key for recovery

If you’re sick with the flu, sometimes the last thing you want to do is eat or drink. But what passes your lips can support your recovery and help you feel better as your body fights off the virus.

Of course, no specific food will cure the flu, but what you consume can help relieve symptoms and ease that general feeling of ickiness.

So, let’s set a menu for recovery with registered dietitian Beth Czerwony, RD, LD.

The importance of hydration and nutrition

When you have the flu, your body works overtime to fight the infection. That depletes available resources and energy reserves, which can leave you tired, sweaty, achy and feverish.

Two main factors come into play:

Dehydration: Sweating out a fever can drain your internal fluid reservoirs. Ditto for vomiting or diarrhea. As those losses add up, your risk of dehydration rises.
Reduced nutrient intake: The loss of appetite that often comes with the flu can make it harder to get the energy, protein, vitamins and minerals your body needs to function and recover.

That’s why replenishing your body is so important during this time.

“Your body needs hydration and nourishment when you’re sick,” emphasizes Czerwony. “Your immune system is your body’s defense network against invaders like the flu. So, it pays to feed it well.”

Best foods and drinks when sick with the flu

Here’s what should be on your recovery menu when you’re trying to bounce back from the flu.

Water

A simple glass of water is the OG of hydration. It’s easy to get, easy to sip on and generally well-tolerated — always a plus if your tummy feels a bit topsy-turvy because of influenza symptoms.

“Your body needs hydration more than any specific food when you’re fighting the flu, especially early on,” says Czerwony. “Drinking more water is a great place to start.”

Electrolyte drinks

Electrolytes are essential minerals that help keep your body running efficiently. If you’re losing fluids due to illness, your electrolyte levels can quickly get out of balance and leave you worse for wear.

Drinking electrolyte-rich beverages (like sports drinks) can keep you hydrated and boost your electrolytes to help you feel better.

Herbal tea

A steamy cup of herbal tea does more than hydrate. It also may help soothe a sore throat and temporarily ease a stuffy nose. (Plus, let’s be realistic: There’s just something comforting about a sip of tea.)

Peppermint tea is a good option because its menthol can create a cooling sensation that makes breathing feel easier, says Czerwony. Herbal teas with echinacea, hibiscus or elderberry are also popular when you’re under the weather.

Soup

A bowl of soup provides both fluids and nutrients one spoonful at a time. Plus, like tea, the warmth may temporarily relieve congestion and help you breathe a bit easier.

Chicken soup has long been regarded as a feel-good remedy when you’re sick — and not just because Mom makes it with love. A widely cited study found that chicken soup may offer an anti-inflammatory effect that can ease respiratory issues.

Other soups, or even simple broth, can bring similar benefits by:

Boosting hydration
Replacing lost electrolytes
Easing congestion
Providing vitamins and nutrients

“Soup is gentle on your throat and easy on your stomach while also getting you key nutrients,” says Czerwony. “And maybe best of all, it basically feels like a warm hug in a bowl.”

Vitamin C-rich foods

Vitamin C is well-known as an immune system booster — and some research suggests it may slightly reduce the severity and duration of illness. It won’t cure the flu, but it may help you feel better.

Consider nibbling on these vitamin C-rich fruits and veggies:

Citrus fruit (like oranges)
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Cantaloupe
Kiwi
Potatoes
Red bell peppers
Strawberries
Tomatoes

Fruit or vegetable juice

Eating whole fruits and vegetables is best to maximize nutritional benefits — but when you’re sick, that may be more than you can stomach. In that case, a glass of juice can help you get some key nutrients and fluids.

But Czerwony recommends drinking 100% juice, to limit added sugars.

Smoothies

Another way to drink your nutrients is to go the smoothie route. Just toss a combination of fruit, veggies, ice, milk, yogurt or juice into a blender to get a refreshing glass of key vitamins and minerals.

“A smoothie’s icy coolness may also bring relief if your throat feels raw or sore,” Czerwony notes.

Easy-to-tolerate foods

Sometimes when you’re sick, getting any food in qualifies as a victory. Certain foods tend to be gentle on your stomach as you work to regain your appetite. Options that could help you start eating include:

Toast
Crackers
Bananas
Applesauce
Oatmeal
Rice
Eggs
Yogurt

Comfort foods

You need nourishment when you’re down and out with the flu. So, if eating a certain comfort food usually makes you feel better … well, eat it. Don’t feel like you’re bound by certain “only-eat-this” rules.

“Choosing foods that just make you feel better can go a long way,” says Czerwony.

What to avoid when you have the flu

While it’s important to eat and drink when you have the flu, certain choices may be less helpful than others for recovery. The list includes:

Alcohol: Can a shot of whiskey help cure the flu? No. The same goes for beer, wine or other liquor. “Alcohol won’t help you recover and may make it harder to rest, stay hydrated and feel your best,” advises Czerwony.
Caffeinated products: If you’re sick, you need sleep — and caffeine can work against rest. It may also worsen nausea and stomach upset in some people. Consider limiting drinks like coffee, black tea, soda and energy drinks.
Sugary foods: You may not feel like eating as much when you’re sick. Given that, try to limit sugary foods that fill your belly without offering much nutritional value to support recovery.
Spicy foods: Turning up the heat with a spicy dish might irritate a sore throat or cause GI issues. It might be best to keep Scoville heat units to a minimum when your belly is feeling sensitive.

“If any food upsets your stomach or makes you feel worse, skip it until you’re feeling better,” advises Czerwony.

Final thoughts

Flu symptoms can last anywhere from a few days to two weeks. While eating and drinking won’t dramatically change that timeline, fueling up can help you feel a little better as you work back to 100%.

If your flu symptoms get worse, you have signs of dehydration or your appetite doesn’t return within a week, contact a healthcare provider for guidance.

“You can’t eat your way out of the flu, but you can give your body the support it needs to recover,” encourages Czerwony. “Odds are, you’ll feel better one sip, one spoonful and one small bite at a time.”

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TCI Hospital Celebrates World Pharmacy Day 2026

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1 week ago

September 23, 2026

Deandrea Hamilton

“Empowering Pharmacists for Healthier Futures”

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands — September 23, 2026; TCI Hospital joined healthcare organisations around the world in celebrating World Pharmacy Day from September 21-25, 2026, recognising the vital contribution pharmacists and pharmacy technicians make to patient safety, quality care and stronger healthcare systems.

Under the theme “Empowering Pharmacists for Healthier Futures,” this year’s observance highlighted the importance of enabling pharmacy professionals to use their knowledge, skills and expertise to their fullest potential in improving health outcomes and supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey.

As part of World Pharmacy Week, September 19–25, TCI Hospital celebrated its Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians while engaging patients, students and the wider community in activities focused on medication safety, pharmacy careers and the expanding role of pharmacy professionals in healthcare.

More Than Preparing Medications

Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians are integral members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team at TCI Hospital. While pharmacy is often associated with dispensing and preparing medicines, the work of pharmacy professionals extends far beyond the pharmacy counter.

The hospital’s pharmacy team works collaboratively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to support the safe and appropriate use of medications throughout the patient journey. Their work includes medication preparation and management, medication reconciliation and review, patient education, and processes designed to identify and reduce medication-related risks.

Their specialised knowledge is particularly important in clinical areas such as the Neonatal Unit, Oncology and Dialysis services, where medication management requires precision, careful calculation, specialised preparation and close attention to individual patient needs.

For TCI Hospital, World Pharmacy Day therefore provides an opportunity not only to celebrate pharmacy professionals, but also to increase public understanding of their important contribution to safe, effective and patient-centred care.

Inspiring the Next Generation

An important part of TCI Hospital’s 2026 observance was engaging young people and introducing them to the diverse opportunities available within the pharmacy profession.

Students from Maranatha Academy in Providenciales and HJ Robinson High School in Grand Turk, participated in an exposition designed to provide insight into the work of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians and their contribution to patient care and medication safety.

Students explored how medications moved through the healthcare system, the safeguards used to help prevent medication errors, and the importance of medication reconciliation in identifying and resolving potential medication-related concerns.

The sessions also featured practical demonstrations of selected tools and processes used by pharmacy professionals, giving students an opportunity to experience aspects of the profession beyond the traditional image of dispensing medicines.

Through this engagement, TCI Hospital hoped to encourage more young people in the Turks and Caicos Islands to consider careers in pharmacy and the wider healthcare sector.

Taking Pharmacy Education into The Community

TCI Hospital extended the conversation beyond the hospital through a special TCI Hospital House Call Talk Show episode featuring pharmacy professionals and a patient.

The programme explored the role of pharmacists from both the healthcare professional and patient perspectives, including how pharmacy professionals contributed to safe medication use and how patients could become active partners in their own medication safety.

The discussion encouraged patients to know the medications they were taking, provide healthcare professionals with accurate and up-to-date information about their medicines, follow medication instructions carefully, and ask questions whenever they were uncertain about their treatment.

The programme also highlighted pharmacy as a rewarding healthcare career and encouraged young people to explore educational and professional opportunities in the field.

Medication Safety is a Shared Responsibility

World Pharmacy Day also provides an important reminder that medication safety is a shared responsibility involving healthcare organisations, healthcare professionals, patients and families.

Patients can contribute to safer care by maintaining an accurate list of their medications, including prescription and non-prescription medicines; informing healthcare professionals about medications they are taking; following instructions for safe medication use; and asking questions when they do not understand why or how a medicine should be taken.

Healthcare organisations and professionals, in turn, have a responsibility to maintain systems that support safe medication practices and enable pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to contribute their expertise across the continuum of care.

TCI Hospital remains committed to strengthening medication safety, supporting its pharmacy workforce, educating patients and promoting effective collaboration across the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Celebrating the People Behind Safe Medication Use

Chief Executive Officer of TCI Hospital, Dr Denise Braithwaite-Tennant, said World Pharmacy Day is an important opportunity to recognise the expertise and dedication of the hospital’s pharmacy professionals.

“Our pharmacists and pharmacy technicians are essential members of the multidisciplinary team and make an invaluable contribution to safe, high-quality patient care every day. Their role extends far beyond preparing and dispensing medications. They bring specialised knowledge, precision and clinical expertise to medication management and work alongside our healthcare teams to reduce risks and support the best possible outcomes for our patients.

This year’s theme also reminds us that empowering pharmacists means creating opportunities for them to contribute their expertise across the patient journey. We are proud of our pharmacy team and sincerely thank them for their professionalism, dedication and commitment to helping build healthier futures for the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

Dr Denise Braithwaite-Tennant
Chief Executive Officer, TCI Hospital

Chief of Allied Services, Eleanor Hall, highlighted the importance of recognising pharmacy as an integral clinical service and supporting the continued professional development of the pharmacy workforce.

“Pharmacy is an essential component of safe and effective healthcare delivery. Our pharmacy professionals work collaboratively across disciplines and services, bringing expertise that supports clinical decision-making, medication safety and patient education. Their contribution is especially important as healthcare becomes increasingly complex and patients require more individualised approaches to medication management.

Empowering our pharmacy workforce also means investing in professional development, encouraging innovation and ensuring that pharmacists and pharmacy technicians have opportunities to contribute their knowledge throughout the healthcare system. I am extremely pleased that this year’s activities also extend into our schools and community, helping people better understand the profession while inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals.”

Eleanor Hall
Chief of Allied Services, TCI Hospital

Pharmacy Manager Kennita Myers said the theme reflects both the responsibility carried by pharmacy professionals and the opportunities available to further strengthen their contribution to patient care.

“Every medication we prepare, review or manage represents a patient who is depending on us to get it right. Whether we are supporting neonatal care, oncology, dialysis or other hospital services, accuracy, vigilance and patient safety remain at the centre of everything we do.

Our pharmacists and pharmacy technicians are also educators and advocates for safe medication use. We want our patients to understand their medicines and feel confident asking questions about their treatment. We are equally passionate about introducing young people to pharmacy and showing them the many ways, they can build meaningful careers while contributing to the health of their community. World Pharmacists Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate our profession, share our knowledge and inspire the next generation.”

Kennita Myers
Pharmacy Manager, TCI Hospital

Thank You to Our Pharmacy Professionals

Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital extends its sincere appreciation to its pharmacists and pharmacy technicians for their professionalism, expertise and commitment to patient safety.

Whether preparing specialised medications, supporting clinical teams, educating patients, reviewing medication therapy or strengthening medication-safety processes, pharmacy professionals play an important role at every stage of the patient journey.

Their work embodies the message of World Pharmacy Day 2026: “Empowering Pharmacists for Healthier Futures.”

To all of our Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, thank you for helping to keep our patients safe, supporting our healthcare teams and contributing every day to healthier futures for the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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Public Hospitals Authority Foundation Donates Dialysis Machines to Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH)

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1 week ago

September 21, 2026

Deandrea Hamilton

The Bahamas, September 21, 2026 – The Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) Foundation, a philanthropic organization launched in January 2024 to support public hospitals and healthcare clinics, donated eight additional dialysis machines for the PMH Renal Services unit.

Director of Foundations, Corporate and Community Relations for the Public Hospitals Authority and Executive Director of the foundation, Alana Major, said this initiative is a part of the foundation’s “Sun, Sea and Second Chances” campaign. PHA Foundation aims to secure 30 machines for Princess Margaret Hospital.

“As of today, with this donation, we are now up to 15 machines, so we are very excited about that,” Ms. Major said.

Other members of the foundation were present, including PHA Foundation Chairman Mr. Selvin Basden, who said the foundation is committed to doing its part in fulfilling the mandate of the Government of the Bahamas.

“One of the tenets of the Government is to ensure that access to healthcare is a human right. We are committed to ensuring that, at least from our part, we can deliver on that principle,” Mr. Basden said.

The PMH Renal Services Unit dialyzes about 150 to 170 patients annually. The unit provides care for patients who have been diagnosed with end-stage kidney disease and now need renal support. Patients who receive dialysis typically come to the unit three times a week, either on a Monday-Wednesday-Friday schedule or a Tuesday-Thursday-Saturday schedule.

Head of Department for Renal Services, Dr. Thurston Carroll, said she and the unit are excited to receive the donation, as it will replace machines that are not operating optimally.

“We are particularly excited about today’s donation because, although we have 20 stations within the dialysis unit, we have an aging fleet. These new machines and new water-treatment equipment will allow us to replace some of our aging equipment so that we can continue providing services to our patients.”

Foundation representatives noted that one or two organizations are already considering making bulk donations and if it happens, the foundation may be able to secure another 10 machines or another five machines in the very near future.

PMH Deputy Hospital Administrator Angelica Lockhart-Bastian and Hospital Administrator Mr. Tevard Bastian thanked the PHA Foundation for its donation to Princess Margaret Hospital.

Also in attendance were PHA Foundation Deputy Chairman Dr. Erecia Hepburn; Foundation guest Dr. Maria Oriakhi; Chief Biomedical Engineer Mr. Theodore Nottage; Administrative Officer Ms. Appapisa Neely; and Senior Assistant Hospital Administrator Mr. Valdez Bowe.

By Christina Williams
Bahamas Information Services

BIS Photos/Mark Ford

PHOTO CAPTION:

Group Photo, from left:
– Dr. Rhea Thurston Carroll, Director, Renal Services, PMH
– Nurse Kim Harris, Dialysis Nurse, Dialysis Unit, PMH
– ⁠Sister Darnell Roker, Nurse Manager, Dialysis Unit, PMH
– Mrs. Angelica Lockhart-Bastian, Deputy Hospital Administrator PMH
– Mr. Tevard Bastian, Hospital Administrator PMH
– Mrs. Alana Major, Director, Foundations, Community and Corporate Relations, PHA
– ⁠Mr. Selvin Basden, Chairman, PHA Foundation
– ⁠Dr. Erecia Hepburn, PHA Foundation Board
– ⁠Ms. Donette Danvers, Executive Assistant, Foundations, Community and Corporate Relations, PHA