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  Many Paths, One Purpose: The Many Roles of Social Workers in Bermuda 31.03.2026 1u 8min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, March is National Social Work Month. This is years theme is "Uplift. Defend. Transform (National Association of Social Workers, 2026)." The purpose of this observance is to highlight the positive impact of social work in the community, to raise awareness and to emphasize the need to enhance human wellbeing by meeting basic needs, advocating for and empowering vulnerable people, and transform the lives of people they work with. From a Bermuda context we have so...
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  When Courage Speaks: Healing, Advocacy, and Action Against Sexual Assault 09.03.2026 54min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, This episode of Bermuda Health-Abets is a clear display of bravery and courage shown by a lived experience guest who has taken the time to share their personal and sensitive experience with child sexual assault and abuse. This episode can be helpful for us in learning how to protect those around us, how to spot red flags, why it's important to listen to those who need to be heard, and how to protect our community. Bermuda sexual violence can impact survivors i...
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  Let's Talk Breast Feeding: Is my Baby Really Hungry? 02.03.2026 40min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, March is National Nutrition Month and today we're going to kick it of with a focus on breast feeding. It is an annual campaign designed for people to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating habits (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 2026). This years theme is Discover the Power of Nutrition (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 2026). The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics emphasizes that "Nutrition has the power to help ...
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  Understanding Youth Mental Health and Safe Space: “This is My Space” 23.02.2026 32min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, Children's Mental Health Week was observed February 9–15. This observance emphasizes the importance of improving children's' mental wellbeing by ensuring that they feel safe and included. It focuses on the empowerment of young people by fostering a sense of belonging in community spaces. This year's theme is "This is My Place" which was initiated by an organization called Place2Be. Place2Be emphasizes that belonging plays a vital role in our mental health and ...
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  Let’s Talk Teen Dating Violence awareness and prevention 16.02.2026 36min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. The aim of this observance is to highlight that intimate partner abuse occurs with youth and that awareness and education can help to prevent and address it. According to Youth.gov teen dating violence can be physical or emotional. Physical abuse or violence consist of pinching, hitting, shoving, or kicking, while emotional violence or abuse consist of threatening a partner or harming his or her sense of self-w...
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  A Smile That Saves Lives: The Surprising Link Between Oral and Heart Health 10.02.2026 55min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, February is Heart month and Oral Health Month. Many of us may not know that there is a close connection between oral health and heart health. According to the British Heart Foundation often times when we refer to bacteria we think about bacteria and gut health but recent discourse suggest that there is just as much bacteria in our mouths as there is in our guts. The British Heart Foundation emphasizes that some bacteria is normal but the type of b...
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  Little Chefs, Big Ideas: Making Meals Fun Together 16.12.2025 1u 11min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, It's that time of year where the children get out of school for holiday break and the hustle and bustle of the season amps up. As we navigate the hustle and bustle, creating quick easy healthy meals for our children can become taxing. In addition, some of us get so caught up in getting ready for the holiday that we forget that this time is also for our children to enjoy time off, family time, and all around good holiday fun. However, we can come up with rout...
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  Holiday Hacks: Family Fun & Well-Being During Holiday Breaks 09.12.2025 53min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, The holiday season is here! For some of us this is a time of Christmas fun; for some this may be a time of grief and for others this may not be a holiday they celebrate. During this time many of us are on break from work and the children are out of school. One thing's for sure, many of us tend to use this time to come together with our families whether they be biological, extended or chosen family. Many of us enjoy lots of food, fun games, connection and comra...
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  Understanding HIV & AIDS: The Importance of Youth Education and Awareness in Bermuda 02.12.2025 1u 1min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, Annually on December 1st we commemorate World Aids Day. This years theme is “Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response (UNAIDS, 2025)." This theme highlights the impact that funding cuts have had on the response to AIDS and the importance of overcoming the disruption this may cause (UNAIDS, 2025). World AIDS day also serves as an opportunity to remind us that education, using protective measures, screening and early detection can prevent the spread...
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  Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Future: Understanding Gestational Diabetes 25.11.2025 46min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, November is diabetes awareness month. This is a time to raise awareness, promote prevention, and support those affected by the condition. There are several types of diabetes including Type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, etc. Todays focus is gestational diabetes. The NHS characterizes gestational diabetes as the onset of high blood sugar during pregnancy which occurs as a result of the body's inability to produce enough insulin. It typically...
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  Let’s Talk About Breastfeeding 14.11.2025 32min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, August 1st -7th is World Breastfeeding Week observed annually. The aim is to highlight the benefits of breastfeeding, promote breast feeding as a healthy practice for babies and moms, support breastfeeding, promote supportive breastfeeding environments, and overall breastfeeding awareness. In celebration of World Breastfeeding Week, this episode of Bermuda Health-Abets, a podcast where we discuss everything from A to Z on healthy living is dubbed "Let’s ...
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  Sharing Information about the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative 14.11.2025 29min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, Tune in as we continue to celebrate breast feeding awareness. This weeks captivating and informative episode of Bermuda Health-Abets, a podcast where we discuss everything from A to Z on healthy living is a discussion sharing information about the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative. #EmpoweringInformingandMotivating Bermuda residents Our guest this episode is Nurse Nicole Harvey, Clinical Manager for the Maternity Ward and Special Care Baby Unit and Mate...
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  Social Workers Discussion: Caring For Our Mental Health 14.11.2025 17min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, Mental wellbeing is just as important as physical wellbeing. The World Health Organization defines health as "a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." This episode of Bermuda Health-Abets, a podcast where we discuss everything from A to Z on healthy living is dubbed Social Workers Discussion: Caring For Our Mental Health. #empoweringinformingandmotivating Bermuda residents Our...
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  Keeping Your Environment Safe: The Role of the Environmental Health Officer 14.11.2025 22min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, Have you ever wondered what those letter grades are when you go to eat at a restaurant, or if your tank water is safe to drink, or when you should clean your roof? If any of these questions have crossed your mind, then this is the episode for you! This episode of Bermuda Health-Abets, a podcast where we discuss everything from A to Z on healthy living is dubbed Keeping Your Environment Safe: The Role of the Environmental Health Officer. #empoweringinformingan...
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  Understanding Alzheimer's and Caring for Your Loved ones 14.11.2025 31min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, At any given point Alzheimer's is a disease that can impact anyone whether it be persons with Alzheimer's, caregivers, family members, neighbors or family friends. As a result, it is all the more important to be aware of what is Alzheimer's disease, where you can find resources & support, and how to take care of yourself as a caregiver of someone with Alzheimer's. This episode of Bermuda Health-Abets, a podcast where we discuss everything from ...
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  Falls Prevention: Expert advise on how to create a safer environment 14.11.2025 48min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, Falls can be serious and lead to injury but falls can be prevented. This episode of Bermuda Health-Abets, a podcast where we discuss everything from A to Z on healthy living is dubbed "Falls Prevention: Expert advise on how to create a safer environment". #empoweringinformingandmotivating Bermuda residents to live well. Our guests this episode are Shirle Crockwell, Physiotherapist from Department of Health and Nicole Blades Occupational Therapist ...
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  Building Healthy Relationships: Support, resources and understanding domestic violence 14.11.2025 42min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This is a time dedicated to raising awareness and identifying how we can join in the international efforts to "uplift the needs, voices and experiences of survivors". This years theme as per the Domestic Violence Awareness Project is Heal, Hold & Center. This episode of Bermuda Health-Abets, a podcast where we discuss everything from A to Z on healthy living, is focused on Building Healthy Relationships: ...
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  Cataracts and Glaucoma: Two Prevalent eye Conditions in Bermuda 14.11.2025 37min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, In Bermuda Cataracts and Glaucoma are prevalent eye conditions. Understanding these eye conditions can help us to learn about prevention, management and treatment options. This episode of Bermuda Health-Abets, a podcast where we discuss everything from A to Z on healthy living, is focused on Cataracts and Glaucoma: Two Prevalent eye Conditions in Bermuda. #empoweringinformingandmotivating Bermuda residents to live well. Our guests this episode is Dr Jac...
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  Understanding Dyslexia 14.11.2025 36min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, Dyslexia is more common than we may think. According to The reading Clinic "1 in 10 people is affected by dyslexia to some degree, with 4% being severely affected". The reading clinic also indicates that "dyslexia affects people of all levels of intelligence and is found in both girls and boys equally; however, boys may be more severely affected". Recognizing that dyslexia can affect anyone in our community it is important to be aware. This episode of Bermuda ...
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  Ensuring the Right to Food and Advocating for Food Security 14.11.2025 40min

  Send us Fan Mail Dear Listeners, World Food Day is observed globally and annually on October 16th. The basic principle that guides this observance is the right to food with the aim of raising awareness and taking action against worldwide hunger and malnutrition. The UNFAO emphasizes the magnitude at which this issue impacts us on a global scale. Bermuda, consider the impact of food insecurity right here on the rock and how this issue affects us as a community. This episode of Berm...