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January 10th, 2026
'Consistent compliance with contributions & regulations is indispensable' for NHI- Lorie A. Freeman

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A call has been made to employers and small businesses owners in the Virgin Islands (VI) to consistently honor their commitments to the National Health Insurance (NHI).

January 8th, 2026
Women aged 21 to 65 urged to get Pap tests & HPV screenings

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Health Promotions Unit is encouraging women aged 21 to 65 to get Pap tests and HPV screenings, as the Virgin Islands (VI) recognises Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.

January 7th, 2026
'We have heard you'; NHI under review- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– The Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), has assured Virgin Islanders that a review of the National Health Insurance (NHI) is underway to create a more efficient and sustainable system.

January 2nd, 2026
NHI celebrates a decade of operation in VI

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In a spirit of celebration, education, and giving back to the community, the National Health Insurance (NHI) will host a series of activities in commemoration of its 10th anniversary.

December 25th, 2025
Major strides made to strengthen healthcare in 2025- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) is reporting major strides made over the past year in strengthening health care services, increasing support of vulnerable households and also improving access to social protection.

December 22nd, 2025
Holiday dental hygiene tips!

Dr Gerdan D. Lamorell

Certainly! When it comes to Christmas foods, there are many delicious treats to enjoy. However, some of these festive delights can pose challenges to oral health.

December 20th, 2025
Timely & useful donation to Social Services Department by Lesmore Smith

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Top Priority Security Services has once again facilitated a useful and tangible donation, this time, to the Department of Social Development.

December 18th, 2025
Building a daily plaque prevention routine that actually works (Without stressing you out)

Dr Gerdan S. Lamorell

Let’s be real… plaque is like that one coworker who keeps showing up uninvited.
Every. Single. Day.

But here’s the good news:
You don’t need a complicated 27-step routine to stay ahead of it.

December 11th, 2025
BVIHSA offering free HIV testing tomorrow

TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Members of the East End/Long Look community are being encouraged to take advantage of free HIV testing being done on Friday, December 12, 2025.

December 10th, 2025
Plaque, Gum Disease & Your Overall Health: The Oral-Body Connection (VI Edition)

Dr Gerdan S. Lamorell

In the Virgin Islands (VI), we talk a lot about “taking care of ourselves.” We go to the doctor when we’re sick, we check our blood pressure, we try to eat better, drink more water, and stay active.

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