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UPDATE: Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic- Temporary Service Arrangements
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Due to a minor building issue that has compromised air quality within the facility, the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic is temporarily adjusting its services while the maintenance team addresses the issue. A scheduled deep cleaning will also be carried out to ensure the facility is safe for staff and patients.
Site visit conducted for Major Peebles Wing roof & lightning protection repairs
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has taken a key step toward upgrading critical health infrastructure, hosting a site visit and bidders’ conference at Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital for upcoming roof and lightning protection repairs to the Major Peebles Wing.
'I am delighted to join' BVIHSA- New CEO Gordon Frame
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Just as first and accurately reported by Virgin Islands News Online on August 27, 2026, Scotland national Gordon Frame started on the job as the new Chief Executive Officer of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) on September 1, 2026.
EMS fully restored @Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital after one-day disruption
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in the Virgin Islands have returned to normal operations at Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital, one day after a temporary disruption prompted the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) to activate interim coverage from the Road Town Fire Station.
Scotland national Gordon Frame reportedly appointed new CEO of BVIHSA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Senior sources at the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) have informed our news centre that a new Chief Executive Officer is on the way and is expected to start September 1, 2026.
STI risk among adolescents & young adults an ‘increasing concern’- CMO
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Ronald E. Georges has said Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) has reiterated the need for responsible sexual health and consent.
4 new HIV cases recorded in VI for 2026
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) have recorded four new cases of HIV for 2026 so far.
VIAA brings Alzheimer's awareness to Lions Club of Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI — A hybrid presentation to members of the Lions Club of Tortola, focusing on the early warning signs of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, took centre stage on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, as the Virgin Islands Alzheimer's Association (VIAA) continued its community awareness campaign.
Specialist Menopause Clinic coming to Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital- BVIHSA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has announced it will launch a Specialist Menopause Clinic at Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital on September 4, 2026, bringing dedicated menopause care to its women’s health services for the first time. The clinic will provide specialist assessment and treatment for women experiencing perimenopause, menopause and related health concerns.
Medical centre roof ‘key to the future of healthcare’ on VG- Hon Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley, the Minister for Health and Social Development (R9), has said the roof works on the Nurse Iris O’Neal Medical Centre on Virgin Gorda will ignite the future of healthcare on the sister island.
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