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March 13th, 2025
Could the VI receive visa sanctions for using Cuba’s overseas medical mission?

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On February 25, 2025, US Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio announced restrictions on visas for both government officials in Cuba and any others worldwide who are “complicit” with the island nation’s overseas medical-assistance programmes.

March 9th, 2025
'Obesity is a serious public health issue' in VI- Health Minister Wheatley

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On March 4, 2025, the Virgin Islands joined the global community in observing World Obesity Day under the theme “Changing Systems, Healthier Lives.”

March 1st, 2025
VG Dumpsite gets new admin office

SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- With the construction of an administration office, the longstanding health and welfare issue at the Virgin Gorda Dumpsite has been addressed.

February 22nd, 2025
BVIHSA receives 4 new dialysis machines

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Dialysis Unit of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) received a major boost with the arrival of new dialysis machines.

February 21st, 2025
Hand, Foot, & Mouth Disease outbreak reported in St Thomas schools & daycares

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CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- The USVI Department of Health has issued a public health alert following an outbreak of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD), with 46 confirmed cases reported at schools and daycares across St Thomas as of Friday, February 21, 2015.

February 18th, 2025
BVIHSA begins public consultation for 'strategic plan' tonight

BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Members of the public are invited to public consultation meetings, as the development of a strategic development plan for the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) is underway.

February 12th, 2025
Financial hardship for VI families: Growing cost of care for elderly

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) is grappling with an urgent elderly care crisis.

February 12th, 2025
Residents urged to take advantage of Triple Assessment Breast Clinic

BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Residents are being encouraged to take advantage of the services at the Triple Assessment Breast Clinic at Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital, as the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) continues to spread the message- ‘Early Detection Saves Lives’.

February 12th, 2025
Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital to receive upgrades through $100M loan

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A multi-agreement was signed between the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) and the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) for renovations and repairs at Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital.

February 11th, 2025
NHI beneficiaries reminded of $1M cap as some using it 'willy nilly'

BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Persons covered under the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme in the Virgin Islands have been advised to watch their NHI spending.

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