Bahamas : Requesting Contraceptives

Name of the Organization : Ministry of Health
Type of Facility : Requesting Contraceptives
Country : Bahamas

Website : https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/porta…vZ0FBIS9nQSEh/

Requesting Contraceptives :

Most contraceptive methods are available free of charge at Community Health Clinics. However, some may require prescription which you can also obtain at the clinic.

Related : Bahamas Ministry of Health Licensing of Medical Practitioner : www.statusin.org/6383.html

Please note that this confidential service is targeted toward all – male, female and even adolescents. Adolescents are however encouraged to seek this service from the Adolescent Health Centre as it targets them specifically. Click here for information on Contraceptive Methods.

Eligibility :
Any member of the public can request these.

Process :
** Visit nearest Community Health Clinic on Family Planning day.
** Register.
** Wait in waiting area until called.
** Participate in “exam”.
** Obtain prescription and/or contraceptive method.
** Return for follow-up and refill when needed.

Application Form(s) :
Not applicable

Supporting Documents :
Not applicable

Turn-around time :
This varies by individual.

Deadline :
Not applicable

Related Fee(s) :
This varies depending on the chosen method.

For more information please contact :
The Department of Public Health
Poncianna Hill Building
Meeting Street
P. O. Box N-3730
Nassau, N.P.
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 502-4728
Fax.(242) 502-4874

Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

FAQs :
What is National Economic Council (“NEC”)?
The National Economic Council, headed by The Prime Minister, is responsible for the executive management of the National Investment Policy and is the decision making body in respect of all commercial projects undertaken by foreign direct investors.

Who is the Director of Investments?
The Director of Investments is Mrs. Joy Jibrilu. The Acting Deputy Director of Investments is Ms. Bianca V. Beneby

How do I establish a business in The Bahamas?
An international investor seeking to do business in The Bahamas should submit to the Bahamas Investment Authority a Project Proposal, along with supporting documents.

Do you have Project Proposal Guidelines?
Yes.

What are the investment areas targeted for Foreign Investors?
a) Touristic resorts
b) Upscale condominium, timeshare and second home development;
c) Marinas;
d) Information / data processing;
e) Assembly industries;

f) High-tech services;
g) Ship registration, repair and other ship services
h) Light manufacturing for export;
i) Agro-industries;

j) Food processing;
k) Mari culture
l) Banking and other financial services;
m) Captive Insurance;

n) Aircraft services;
o) Pharmaceutical manufacture;
p) Offshore medical centres;
q) Wholesale distribution of any product produced locally

Please N.B :
** Investors interested in areas not included in the list should contact the Bahamas Investment Authority;

** Joint Ventures with Bahamian partners are encouraged, with the choice of partner being at the discretion of the investor;
** Investments of less than $500,000.00 will not be considered.

How do I establish a business in The Bahamas?
An international investor seeking to do business in The Bahamas should submit to the Bahamas Investment Authority a Project Proposal, along with supporting documents.

Do you have Project Proposal Guidelines?
Yes.