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Workshop aims to improve physicians prescribing techniques for the elderly
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development has said it will be hosting a virtual workshop to improve the prescription of medication for the elderly.
Health Travel Advisory: Avoid all 'non-essential' travel to China
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development is strongly advising that VIslanders and residents avoid all “non-essential” travel to China and to other countries affected by the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019 n-CoV).
Ranitidine medication recalled in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development has issued a recall on all Ranitidine medication made by Apotex Corp, Sanoz Inc., Sanofi and GlaxoSmithKline.
Health Ministry launches Child Protection in Emergencies campaign
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development is teaming up with the United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) to ensure that the needs of children are prioritised during emergencies.
New Members appointed to BVI NPO registration board
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved the appointment and re-appointment of members of the Non-Profit Organisations (NPO) Registration Board.
34 cases of ‘pink eye’ reported on VG
VIRGIN GORDA, Tortola, VI – There are 34 reported cases of conjunctivitis or pink eye infection on the island of Virgin Gorda, according to the Ministry of Health and Social Development.
Quality Construction donates to home for the elderly
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Adina Donovan Home for the Elderly is the recipient of a donation of $1500 by Quality Construction.
Final waste report recommends cost recovery
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A final report on solid waste in the VI has recommended the creation of a new Solid Waste Management Authority to oversee the development of waste facilities and to improve collection, storage and disposal of waste through cost recovery methods.
VI Seniors to be honoured ahead of 25th Senior Citizens Month
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Social Development Department of the Virgin Islands has embarked on an initiative this year that recognises past as well as current professionals for their contribution to the Territory ahead of the 25th anniversary celebration of Senior Citizens Month in May, 2014.
Residents at Adina Donovan Home enjoy bountiful Christmas
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Residents at the Adina Donovan Home for the Elderly were treated to a special Christmas this year as they were serenaded, blessed with several donations from the community at large and were each given two presents among other things on Christmas day.