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Whooping cough is at a decade-high level in US
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Whooping cough is at a decade-high level in US

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Whooping cough is at its highest level in a decade for this time of year, U.S. health officials reported this week. There have been 18,506 cases of…
Posted by John McCarthy October 19, 2024
Health Department observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizes early detection
Posted inBreaking News Community Affairs Education News

Health Department observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizes early detection

CHRISTIANSTED — Cancer remains the second leading cause of death in our community, with breast cancer being the second most common form. The Virgin Islands Department of Health continues its vital…
Posted by John McCarthy October 17, 2024
Department of Human Services announces change to SNAP income guidelines
Posted inBreaking News Business News Environmental News

Department of Human Services announces change to SNAP income guidelines

CHRISTIANSTED — Government House held the weekly live press briefing from Government House in St. Croix on Tuesday. VITEMA Director Daryl Jaschen, Department of Human Services Commissioner Averil George and Territorial…
Posted by John McCarthy October 16, 2024
Listeria recall of chicken hits Publix, Target, Amazon, Kroger, Albertsons and others
Posted inBreaking News Consumer News Health News

Listeria recall of chicken hits Publix, Target, Amazon, Kroger, Albertsons and others

The listeria-launched recall of nearly 10 million pounds of meat and chicken products has reached the store brands of 7 of the top 10 grocery-selling chains in the nation, a…
Posted by John McCarthy October 15, 2024
Twin boys born conjoined celebrate 1st birthday after separation surgery
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Twin boys born conjoined celebrate 1st birthday after separation surgery

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Twin brothers who were born conjoined recently celebrated their first birthday after undergoing successful separation surgery. Amari and Javar Ruffin, whose family lives in Philadelphia, were born…
Posted by John McCarthy October 13, 2024
A vehicle dropping off a shooting victim struck 3 nurses, critically wounding 1
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A vehicle dropping off a shooting victim struck 3 nurses, critically wounding 1

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A vehicle fleeing a Philadelphia hospital after dropping off a gunshot victim early Saturday struck three nurses who were trying to treat the patient, injuring one critically,…
Posted by John McCarthy October 13, 2024
Human Services says SNAP benefits increased on October 1
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Human Services says SNAP benefits increased on October 1

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Department of Human Services (VIDHS) is excited to announce anincrease in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, effective October 1, 2024.This increase represents a critical step…
Posted by John McCarthy October 8, 2024
Diabetes ‘epidemic’ is a growing concern in the U.S. Virgin Islands, health officials say
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Diabetes ‘epidemic’ is a growing concern in the U.S. Virgin Islands, health officials say

CHRISTIANSTED — Diabetes continues to be a growing health crisis in the Virgin Islands, with the Department of Health calling it a "silent epidemic" affecting over 11,600 adults. The Virgin…
Posted by John McCarthy October 6, 2024
Health Department advises public to avoid roadway where sewage spill occurred
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Health Department advises public to avoid roadway where sewage spill occurred

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Department of Health is urging the public to avoid traversing Watergut and King Cross streets where a sewage spill has been reported on St. Croix. The…
Posted by John McCarthy October 5, 2024
Health Department offers free chikungunya vaccine this month
Posted inBreaking News Health News St. Croix News

Health Department offers free chikungunya vaccine this month

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Department of Health said today that it is now the season for diseases spread by mosquitoes and encourages everyone to take steps to protect themselves…
Posted by John McCarthy October 2, 2024

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