COVID-19
The professionals working within the Bahamas Wellness Health System understand that COVID-19 has brought on worry and uncertainty, especially in higher-traffic places like schools and medical facilities. Before the pandemic, we have always taken the safety and security of our patients, staff, and guests very seriously. COVID-19 has only sharpened that commitment even further as we work endlessly to make sure you feel safe and comfortable during your entire time with us.
Safety Precautions
Maintaining exceptionally high standards of safety and cleanliness is just as important as getting you back to optimal health. In addition to our existing ongoing safety procedures, we’ve added new measures to keep us all well, such as enhanced cleaning and disinfecting.
Point-of-Entry Screenings
Safety begins at our doors. That’s why we have implemented a point-of-entry screening precaution across all Bahamas Wellness Health System branches. Everyone will be asked a few preliminary questions regarding COVID-like symptoms as well as having their temperature taken with a touch-free thermometer. This will help us quickly assess the risk for COVID-19 and determine the best next steps.
Universal Mask Use
In order to adhere to our new normal, all patients, guests, caregivers, and providers are required to wear a protective face mask that covers their mouth and nose. We ask that everyone who enters our facilities wears their mask throughout the entirety of their visit, so we can reduce airborne particles in our clinic space.
Visitor Precautions
We have temporarily modified our visitor policy to limit the amount of people we have inside our centers. Policy varies by location. Please cooperate with our associates to ensure we keep our facilities safe, and reach out to us ahead of time if you have questions about best practices when visiting one of our centers.
Social Distance Designed Lobbies
In complying with recommended social distancing guidelines, we have redesigned our waiting rooms to ensure safety and comfort for our guests. Chairs have been spaced out, traffic flow has been reconfigured, and floor markings have been installed with cues on where to stand. Please cooperate with our new policies the best you can and ask questions where you need to.
Enhanced Cleaning
We have evolved cleaning and disinfecting practices at all of our facilities by increasing the frequency of our cleaning routine to reduce germ sharing between visitors. Appointments are now staggered to allow for more rigorous cleaning protocols without inconveniencing our guests.
Rapid Antigen Testing
The sooner you know whether you have COVID-19 or not, the more likely you are to save your life and the ones around you. We provide Rapid Antigen swab testing to provide you results within 30 minutes, so you can plan accordingly and reduce the spread of the virus.
If you think you need a COVID-19 Rapid Antigen test, request one through our CareNow APP or call one of our branches today.
RT-PCR Testing
If you are highly symptomatic, the RT-PCR test may be right for you, as it is extremely accurate and the golden standard of COVID-19 tests. It’s administered as a nasal, throat, or saliva swab with results returning in just a few days.
If you think you need a COVID-19 RT-PCR test, request one through our CareNow APP or call any of our branches today.
The Bahamas Wellness Health System is COVID-19 Ready
The Bahamas Wellness Health System provides high-quality care at an affordable cost to the communities of Eleuthera and Nassau. From pediatric care to mental health services and ambulatory surgery, our four branches combine to get you and your family through any medical need. Our physicians and supporting team are ready to create a custom plan to treat and improve your health.
Call our main office at (242) 332-0224, request an appointment with one of our expert physicians, or download our CareNow App. If you are having a medical emergency, call (242) 819-7425 immediately.
