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Nurses' absenteeism being 'investigated'- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has said the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) and his ministry, by extension, are unsure as to the cause of the recent nurse absenteeism across the Virgin Islands (VI).
‘Move beyond awareness of women's rights to meaningful action’- Health Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), has challenged the Virgin Islands (VI) society to move beyond awareness of women’s rights to tangible actions.
Work on Virgin Gorda Market Square to begin soon- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – The Ninth District Representative and Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley, has announced that plans are underway to start work on the Virgin Gorda Market Square.
Public Assistance Programme records 13% increase in beneficiaries for 2025- Health Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Social assistance under the Ministry of Health and Social Development’s Public Assistance Programme increased by 13 per cent since temporary measures were put in place in 2025.
Rehabilitation of alternate road to North Sound begins
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI– The alternate road to North Sound, which was severely damaged by heavy rainfall last year, is now undergoing rehabilitation.
'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.
Despite challenges SSB saw 'steady growth' in 2025- Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), described his recent meeting with the Social Security Board (SSB) as "forward-looking."
Christmas Tree Programme brings 'glad tidings' to Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development held its 44th Annual Christmas Tree Programme at Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital on Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25, 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.
Physician & surgeon Dr John W. Smith appointed to BVIHSA Board
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Physician and surgeon Dr John W. Smith, MD, has been appointed a member of the Board of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) for the period September 15, 2025, to September 14, 2027.
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