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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.
'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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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’.
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.
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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