DOH to Reopen St. Thomas Prenatal Clinic Post Hurricane Irma
The USVI Department of Health’s prenatal clinic on St. Thomas is ready to reopen its doors, tomorrow, September 12, 2017, (12pm-4pm) after being affected by Hurricane Irma. In order to provide services, the Prenatal Clinic has relocated; they can now be found at the Family Planning Clinic site, which is located at the Elaine Co/Maternal […]
USVI Residents Urged to Secure Shelter and Prepare for Hurricane Jose
Hurricane Jose has become an extremely dangerous Category 4 hurricane that may impact the U.S. Virgin Islands; its effects may be felt as early as Saturday evening. Whether you shelter in place or evacuate to the nearest shelter, here are some basic tips for preparing your family and pets before and during the storm.
DOH Activates Emergency Operations Center
The USVI Department of Health (DOH) activated its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) on St. Croix (Charles Harwood Complex) and St. Thomas (Community Health Clinic) last night, at 5:30pm and 7:00pm respectively. Currently 61 members of the DOH staff (38 on St. Croix and 23 on St. Thomas)-of which includes nurses, deputy commissioners, the medical director, […]
DOH Prepares for Hurricane Irma
With the number one priority of maintaining healthcare and timely emergency response, since Friday, September 1st, the USVI Department of Health (DOH) has been working closely with VITEMA, healthcare facilities and other agencies in preparation for Hurricane Irma.
DOH’s Special Needs Shelters Ready for Activation
The Department of Health (DOH) will operate Special Needs Shelters (SpNS) for persons requiring special assistance during emergency evacuation situations. The intent is to provide, to the extent possible under emergency conditions, an environment in which the current level of health of persons with special needs is maintained. The SpNS is not a hospital, a […]
New Lab Equipment Improves Disease Detection in U.S. Virgin Islands
Historically, the U.S. Virgin Islands did not have the capability to preform high complexity testing and had to ship specimens off island, although it is located in a geographic region where mosquitos that carry Zika, dengue and chikungunya viruses are common.
DOH to Host Zika Action Day Saturday, August 26th on St. Thomas
The USVI Department of Health (DOH) will be hosting its second Zika Action Day, of the year, on St. Thomas. It will be held on Saturday, August 26th, in the Fort Christian parking lot, from 12pm-6pm. Zika Action Day will be a fun-filled event for the entire community, including Zika information, free Zika prevention products, […]
DOH to Host Walkability Town Hall Meeting on St. Croix
The USVI Department of Health (DOH), in partnership with other public and private agencies, will hold a Town Hall Meeting on St. Croix, Thursday, August 31, 2017, at the DC Canegata Multi-Recreational Center.
DOH Hosts 2nd Annual Back-to-School Immunization Drive
The Department of Health held the 2nd Annual Back-to-School Immunization Drive today, August 18th. Out of the 132 parents that registered, 105 children received vaccinations and clearance forms. Each child received a lunch bag and other goodies.
DOH to Host Town Hall Meeting on St. John; Seeking Input from St. John Residents–WALKABILITY Study
The USVI Department of Health (DOH) in partnership with other public and private agencies, to include the St. John Administrator and the St. John Foundation, will hold a Town Hall Meeting on the island of St. John, on Wednesday, August 9, 2017.
