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More than a hundred workers down tools for health!

More than a hundred workers from both the private and public sector left their various places of work earlier than the norm on Friday September 14, 2013 to participate in a fun walk/run in observance of Caribbean Wellness Day. Photo: VINO
Even babies were out for the occasion although they didn't break a sweat from being wheeled along the route. Photo: VINO
Even babies were out for the occasion although they didn't break a sweat from being wheeled along the route. Photo: VINO
Chief Fire Officer Zebalon McLean was also a part of the walk/run. Photo: VINO
Chief Fire Officer Zebalon McLean was also a part of the walk/run. Photo: VINO
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) participation was headed by Police Commissioner David Morris.
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) participation was headed by Police Commissioner David Morris.
ROAD TOWN, Tortola VI- More than a hundred workers from both the private and public sector left their various places of work earlier than the norm on Friday September 14, 2013 to participate in the observances of Caribbean Wellness Day.

The activity took the form of a fun/run that started at the Band Stand in Road Town and proceeded through Paul Wattley Road, into Main Street by way of Russell Hill and finished at the Band Stand.

Participants included persons from the health sector, Fire and Rescue Service-headed by Chief Fire Officer Zebalon McLean, the teaching service and various private businesses.

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) participation was headed by Police Commissioner David Morris. Also present was Territorial-At-Large Representative Honourable Archibald C. Christian

The seventh annual Caribbean Wellness Day is observed regionally among the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) to bring awareness on the impact of chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

As part of Caribbean Wellness Day and the Virgin Islands National Health Strategy, the fun walk/run was established to encourage physical activity among the public and private workforce.

Meanwhile, activities in observances of Caribbean Wellness Day continue today, September 14, 2013 with the East End/Long Look Health and Wellness Committee Fair and official launch at Greenland Recreation Field from 4:30 P.M.

12 Responses to “More than a hundred workers down tools for health!”

  • nanny cay (14/09/2013, 14:16) Like (1) Dislike (5) Reply
    every body and thier mother took a walk lets hope they eat healty also
  • fat boy (14/09/2013, 14:20) Like (9) Dislike (8) Reply
    Then what!!! ice cream parlor or buffet table?
    • qc (14/09/2013, 15:49) Like (2) Dislike (23) Reply
      see some want-to- bess..hope they do not end up like a certain politican who did a lot of walks until the people ran her out of office!!
  • BREAKING NEWS (14/09/2013, 14:25) Like (8) Dislike (35) Reply
    look at that David Morris for he go do a walk against crime that he can't fight and slove!!!!
    • bay yute (14/09/2013, 14:52) Like (2) Dislike (10) Reply
      LAWD AH MUSSY AYO KEEP OFF POOR MORRIS DEMAN HE TRYING TO STAY UNDER THE REDAR
    • Locally made (14/09/2013, 22:38) Like (4) Dislike (11) Reply
      @ Breaking News
      What have you ever done to help solve crime around here? All you do is criticize everything and everybody. He already get the job as Commissioner in spite of all your rant and rave. What can you do about it, nada, so just shut your trap.
  • ..... (14/09/2013, 20:30) Like (3) Dislike (11) Reply
    They needed to have that thing during the week. Everyone waits til friday rush hour to do what they want and mess up the already messed up traffic.
  • optimistic (14/09/2013, 22:48) Like (13) Dislike (2) Reply
    This is why tola the way it is. Before yall just congradulate the people them yall sharing yall negatice comments. At least they starting a movement. Gosh man
  • Yes I (15/09/2013, 17:02) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Why can we just see the positive in the objective and stop coming on theses site and pulling each other down. I am glad to see many people in support. I also agree that we need to stop killing each other with out teeth..


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