The Rotary Club of St. Croix, in collaboration with the Office of the Governor, is continuing its yearlong cardiovascular health campaign by launching Blue Fridays in recognition of World Diabetes Day on Nov. 14.
The initiative follows the Governor’s World Heart Day Proclamation issued on September 29, which called attention to cardiovascular disease — the world’s leading cause of death and disability. With diabetes being one of the major risk factors for heart disease, the campaign now turns its focus to awareness, prevention, and community action.
Throughout November, the Rotary Club of St. Croix will work alongside government agencies, health institutions, and community partners to raise awareness of the link between diabetes and cardiovascular disease, encourage regular health screenings, and promote healthy lifestyle habits that support heart health.
“We are deeply grateful to Governor Albert Bryan Jr. and Lieutenant Governor Tregenza Roach for their continued support in advancing this important public health effort,” said Kathleen Tuitt, President of the Rotary Club of St. Croix. “Blue Fridays and the World Diabetes Day Proclamation help remind us that prevention begins in our daily habits. Together, we can build a healthier Virgin Islands through education, early detection, and community partnerships.”
The campaign also highlights future efforts to train residents in CPR, identify public venues for AED placements, and host health education sessions across the Territory in collaboration with partners such as the University of the Virgin Islands, UVI CELL, and the UVI Medical Simulation Center.
Residents are encouraged to wear blue every Friday in November to show support for those living with diabetes and to stand united in promoting healthier communities across the Virgin Islands.
For more information or to participate in upcoming Rotary health initiatives, visit the Rotary Club of St. Croix’s social media pages or email rotaryclubofstcroixusvi@gmail.com
About the Rotary Club of St. Croix:
Chartered in 1958, the Rotary Club of St. Croix was the first Rotary Club established on the island and the second in the Caribbean. The club continues to uphold Rotary’s motto of Service Above Self through community-based projects focused on health, education, and humanitarian service.
