CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Department of Health’s Epidemiology Division, along with the Environmental Health Division, is announcing the launch of a Food Safety Hotline
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Health advises public to protect against dengue, remain vigilant
CHRISTIANSTED – Virgin Islands Health Commissioner Justa Encarnacion is encouraging the public to take steps to protect against dengue as the number of cases in
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Health Announces End of Free COVID Testing and Closure of the COVID-19 Hotline
CHRISTIANSTED — The VI Department of Health’s Epidemiology Division is announcing the closure of its COVID-19 hotline and the end of free COVID-19 testing as
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University of Miami Launches Heart Health Plan For The USVI
CHRISTIANSTED — The U.S. Virgin Islands suffers some of the worst rates of adverse cardiovascular outcomes in the United States. With more than 40 percent of
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St. Croix residents in affected areas warned not to brush teeth with potable water
CHRISTIANSTED — The USVI Unified Command stressed today that St. Croix residents in affected areas should not brush their teeth with water suspected to contain high levels
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Health Department Encourages Residents To Get Flu Vaccine
CHRISTIANSTED — As flu season approaches, the Department of Health is urging residents to prioritize their well-being by getting vaccinated against the flu virus, especially
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Health Department Brings Free Lead Testing To St. Croix Schools
CHRISTIANSTED — This week the Department of Health’s Epidemiology Division is continuing its pediatric lead testing for children six years old and younger at both
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Water advisory issued for St. Croix as of Nov. 1 due to high levels of toxic metals
CHRISTIANSTED – Officials have declared a state of emergency and advised the public not to consume drinking water on Saint Croix as of November 1
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Health Department Offers Free Lead Testing For Children Aged 0-6
CHRISTIANSTED — During Monday’s Government House press briefing, Governor Albert Bryan declared a State of Emergency to address the potable water system on St. Croix
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VIDOH premieres ‘Step Into Wellness’ video series
CHRISTIANSTED — The VI Department of Health proudly introduces “Step into Wellness,” a new video series aimed at empowering Virgin Islanders with the tools and
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