NEW YORK, N.Y., August 7, 2024 – Continuing his excellent diplomatic representation of The Bahamas as Consul General to New York, Consul General Leroy F. Major recently donated $50,000 worth of medical supplies to Princess Margaret Hospital in a joint partnership with an anonymous donor hospital
The Consul General was in Nassau on Thursday, August 1, when a press conference was held to announce the arrival of the supplies, including personal protective personal protective gear like surgical masks, head covers, gowns, goggles and shoe covers. The handover ceremony for the donations was held at the critical care block of Princess Margaret Hospital.
“The items received are critical to our ongoing efforts to safeguard healthcare professionals and patients alike,” said Kele Issacs, Deputy Managing Director of PHA, adding that the medical items will have a significant impact.
“In these unprecedented times, the importance of such contributions cannot be overstated,” Isaacs said. “The supplies you have provided are more than just equipment. They are a vital part of the frontline defence, in enabling our medical teams to continue their work with the confidence that they are well protected.”
SOURCE: Jillian Bowe, Press and Cultural Attaché, Bahamas Consulate General New York
CAPTION: Alana Major, Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) Director of Foundations, Corporate and Community Relations, speaking during a press conference to announce the arrival of medical supplies, secured by Bahamas Council General to New York Leroy Major from an anonymous donor, for the PHA on August 1, 2024. Photo: Dante Carrer/Tribune Staff
