Community Vaccination Centers Closed in Observance of Juneteenth Holiday
Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has declared June 19th a holiday in the U.S. Virgin Islands following the announcement by President Joseph R. Biden establishing the date as a federal holiday. The Community Vaccination Centers on St. Croix and St. Thomas will be closed on June 18th due to Governor Bryan’s announcement that granted administrative leave […]
COVID-19 Infection Rate Surges on St. Thomas—Antibody Treatment and Vaccines Continue to Save Lives
St. Croix, US Virgin Islands (June 16, 2021) — As the COVID-19 infection rate surges on St. Thomas, the Virgin Islands Department of Health reminds the public that the COVID-19 vaccines are readily available across the territory and monoclonal antibody treatments are available to individuals who meet the criteria. As of June 15, 2021, there […]
Department of Health Confirms the Thirtieth Death Related to COVID-19
St. Croix, US Virgin Islands — After further investigating cause of death and ensuring notification of next of kin, the Virgin Islands Department of Health is saddened to confirm the territory’s thirtieth death related to COVID-19. The deceased is a 72-year old female on St. Thomas. The Department continues to work to slow the spread […]
DOH Reminder – “No Mask, No Service” is Still in Effect
June 14, 2021, US Virgin Islands -The VI Department of Health (VIDOH) reminds the public and businesses to continue utilizing COVID-19 safety measures – masks are still mandatory in all businesses and public spaces. This policy applies to staff and patrons. In addition, businesses are subject to fines and closure if they do not comply with the “No Mask, No Service” policy designed to keep COVID-19 […]