DOH’s Mental Health Services on St. Thomas Relocate to SRMC
Outpatient client services for St. Croix are provided in two clinics located on St. Croix: Charles Harwood Memorial Complex and the Ingeborg-Nesbitt Frederiksted Clinic
American Academy of HIV Medicine Gives Nurse Practitioner Janette Bowers New Certification
Currently, only two providers in the V.I. are certified HIV providers; Bowers joins Dr. Barbara McDonald at St. Thomas East End Clinic as a specialist in HIV care.
Crazy Woman’s Guide to Health: On Walking, Trekking and Self Care
For the almost 30 years that I thought of myself as a “runner” I looked down my nose at walkers. But a meniscus tear caused me to reevaluate walking as a road to cardiovascular fitness – and more.
Health Department Urges Community to Get the Flu Shot, Not the Flu
It’s National Influenza Vaccination Week -- a reminder that it is not too late to get a flu vaccine.
Department of Health to Recognize World AIDS Day Activities on Dec. 1
World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.
Durable Medical Equipment Arrives for Hurricane Survivors in Need
FODAC, which supplies durable medical equipment free of charge to people with disabilities, access and functional needs, is partnering with FEMA to get this vital equipment delivered to survivors in the Virgin Islands.
DOH to Conduct Community Assessment Survey
The purpose of the survey is to assess community needs after the hurricanes and to help guide the ongoing response efforts.
HHS Activates Aid for Uninsured V.I. Residents Needing Medicine
The program pays for prescription medications for people without health insurance who are affected by disasters. Thirteen pharmacies in the territory participate in EPAP.
Emergency Prescription Assistance Available in USVI as of Nov. 1
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has activated the Emergency Prescription Assistance Program (EPAP) to help residents of the USVI get medicine, medical supplies, medical equipment and vaccines.
National Guard Team Mobile Treatment Van to Bring Medical Care to Anna’s Retreat on...
Individuals with chronic diseases: hypertension/diabetes, high cholesterol, allergies, breathing problems, etc. are encouraged to visit the Mobile Treatment Van.
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National Weather Service, San Juan: for Saturday expect widely scattered showers and thunderstorms.
