July 31, 2025
Minister of Health and Wellness Dr Michael Darville speaks during a press briefing at the Office of The Prime Minister on July 17, 2025. Photo: Dante Carrer/Tribune Staff
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Darville defends hospital deal amid US criticism
HEALTH Minister Dr Michael Darville pushed back against claims the government rushed into its Chinese-backed hospital deal, saying the project had been in development for years, fully disclosed in Parliament, and timed to meet environmental requirements before breaking ground.
PLP report card on healthcare promises a mixed bag
THE Davis administration’s healthcare push ran up against a stubborn reality this term: worsening hospital conditions, delayed projects, and limited transparency around flagship programmes.
Bahamas nears deal on Cuban medics
Negotiations between The Bahamas and the United States over Cuban healthcare workers are in their final phase, Health Minister Dr Michael Darville said, as the government moves to secure more medical staff for the public system.
‘Technical glitch responsible for nurses overtime pay delay’
HEALTH Minister Dr Michael Darville said nurses caught up in last month’s pay dispute have now received overtime compensation, attributing the delay to a “technical glitch” now under review after a sick-out disrupted care across public facilities.
Govt waiting on US to sign off on proposed Cuban workers agreements
CUBAN healthcare workers could soon sign direct contracts with the government if a proposed labour agreement submitted to US officials last week is approved, Health and Wellness Minister Dr Michael Darville said Friday.
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