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VIWMA says it stemmed the tide of sewage overflow in Catherine’s Rest
Posted inBreaking News British Virgin Islands News Community Affairs

VIWMA says it stemmed the tide of sewage overflow in Catherine’s Rest

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) said today that sewage in no longer overflowing through a manhole in Catherine’s Rest. "The VIWMA staff continues to work diligently…
Posted by John McCarthy October 25, 2024
This fruit can help lower cholesterol, is good for your bones and helps with depression
Posted inBreaking News Community Affairs Consumer News

This fruit can help lower cholesterol, is good for your bones and helps with depression

MIAMI — Florida is in the midst of avocado season. My friend Susan recently gave me a few from her tree. I admit I usually buy Haas avocados from California…
Posted by John McCarthy October 24, 2024
TRICARE authorizes temporary prescription refill waivers for Puerto Rico due to Invest 94L
Posted inBreaking News Consumer News Health News

TRICARE authorizes temporary prescription refill waivers for Puerto Rico due to Invest 94L

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia — The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Puerto Rico were able to receive emergency prescription refills through October 27, 2024 due to Invest 94L.…
Posted by John McCarthy October 22, 2024
Child Passenger Safety Week observed in the U.S. Virgin Islands
Posted inBreaking News Consumer News Health News

Child Passenger Safety Week observed in the U.S. Virgin Islands

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD)/Office of Highway Safety’s (VIOHS) and Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technicians provided free car seat safety checks to caregivers with young children in…
Posted by John McCarthy October 20, 2024
Whooping cough is at a decade-high level in US
Posted inBreaking News Health News National News

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
Posted inBreaking News Health News National News

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
Posted inBreaking News Crime News Health News

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

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