COVID-19 BA.2.86 Variant: Health Ministry's Statement, Vaccines, and Booster Campaign

The Ministry of Health in Bermuda has stated that they cannot confirm the presence of the new variant of Covid-19 BA.2.86 on the island, as they are awaiting sequencing results from the Caribbean Public Health Agency. The Ministry is also consulting with the UK Health Security Agency regarding Covid-19 variants. They encourage individuals to take at-home Covid tests and report positive results to their physician for tracking purposes. The Ministry is working to procure vaccine boosters, prioritizing those at most risk for severe outcomes. They emphasize the importance of preventive measures such as wearing masks, practicing good hand hygiene, and maintaining physical distance.