Measles Update
To date this year, 1,024 confirmed measles cases have been reported across 31 states, with 14 outbreaks active in 2025. Three deaths have already occurred—including two children. Nearly all cases, 96%, involve individuals who are unvaccinated, or vaccination status is unknown, and children under 5 account for 30% of infections. Territorial Epidemiologist, Dr. Esther Ellis, […]
No Cost Pet Clinic Coming to St. Thomas June 17–28
VI Department of Health Partners with the Humane Society of St. Thomas to Deliver Comprehensive Veterinary Services St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands — The VI Department of Health, in partnership with the Humane Society of St. Thomas, is proud to announce a two-week Pet Care Clinic offering comprehensive veterinary services at no cost to pet […]
VI Departments of Health and Human Services Launch Bi-Monthly News Briefing
US VIRGIN ISLANDS — The VI Department of Health and the VI Department of Human Services are partnering to provide the public with timely updates on critical health and social service issues through a new bi-monthly livestreamed news briefing. The first briefing will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Government […]
Department of Health’s USVI Health and Wellness Fair Set for June 2–13, 2025
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Department of Health is pleased to announce the return of the USVI Health and Wellness Fair, a territory-wide initiative designed to deliver free health services to residents while strengthening their connection to ongoing care. “We are proud to continue offering this important opportunity for individuals and families to […]
PUBLIC NOTICE: VI Environmental Health Office to Close for Staff Training May 20-23
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Department of Health is advising the public that its Office of Environmental Health staff, in both the St. Croix and St. Thomas-St. John districts, will be attending the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) Annual Training from Tuesday, May 20 to Friday, May 23, 2025. As a result, Environmental Health offices […]
VI Department of Health Responds to Surges in U.S. Measles Cases with Parental Outreach Campaign
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – With measles cases across the US now more than 1,000 and 14 active outbreaks confirmed, the VI Department of Health is ramping up efforts to prevent a local outbreak by urging unvaccinated families to reconsider their decision. More than 50 percent of USVI children under the age of six have not received […]
USVI Healthcare Providers Encouraged to Apply for National Health Service Corps Site Designation
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Department of Health is encouraging the territory’s healthcare providers in the territory to apply for National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site designation. The application period is open; however, it will close on June 17, 2025. “Becoming an NHSC site opens the door to critical resources, talented professionals, and long-term improvements […]
VI Department of Health to Observe Mental Health Awareness Month Observed with Outreach Territory wide
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Department of Health is recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month by highlighting its importance in every aspect of a person’s daily life and reaffirming the commitment to promoting mental health resources and services in the territory. “Mental Health Month is a time to celebrate the importance of mental wellness […]
