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Apr 20, 2026

VI Department of Health’s WIC Program Rolls Out Enhanced Food Packages for Women and Children

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Health’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is pleased to announce the rollout of updated food packages, offering greater flexibility and improved nutritional value for participating families. “The Department of Health welcomes these enhancements, which align directly with our mission

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Nov 17, 2023

VI Department of Health Celebrates Completion of the New WIC Building on St. Thomas

ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – In a ceremony held Wednesday, the VI Department of Health cut the ribbon on its newly constructed Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Building at the Knud Hansen Complex on St. Thomas, calling it a milestone in the department’s continuing effort to address health disparities

Oct 31, 2023

VI Department of Health Announces Initiative for Pediatric Lead Testing on St. Croix, Sets Goal to Test 1,000 Children

St. Croix, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – Governor Albert Bryan Jr., during today’s Government House press briefing, declared a State of Emergency to address the potable water system on St. Croix and concerns about elevated levels of lead and copper. As the Department of Planning and Natural Resources collaborates with its

Oct 17, 2023

Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announces ‘no drinking’ advisory for potable water within certain areas in St. Croix

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — In a decisive effort to safeguard the health and wellbeing of our community, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced today that the Virgin Islands Water and Power Authority (WAPA) is issuing a “no drinking or consumption” advisory for the potable water system on the island of St.

Sep 22, 2023

VI Department of Health Premieres ”Step Into Wellness” Video Series

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Department of Health proudly introduces "Step into Wellness," a new video series aimed at empowering Virgin Islanders with the tools and knowledge needed to live a healthier life. The premiere episode is scheduled for Thursday, September 28, at 7 p.m., on the department's official

Sep 21, 2023

Update: St. John’s DeCastro Clinic Closed for the Remainder of the Week

St. John, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Department of Health is advising the St. John community that the Morris DeCastro Clinic is closed for the remainder of this week due poor air circulation at the facility. On Wednesday, the department announced the clinic would close at 12 p.m. for

Sep 21, 2023

St. John’s DeCastro Clinic to Close at Noon for the Remainder of the Week

St. John, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Department of Health is advising the St. John community that the Morris DeCastro Clinic will close at 12 p.m. for the remainder of the week. Power outages have impacted the compressor of one of the clinic's air conditioning units. The clinic will

Sep 20, 2023

Territory to Receive Initial Shipment of Updated Moderna and Pfizer-Bio-NTech COVID Vaccines

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Department of Health is announcing that the Territory is set to receive its initial shipment of the enhanced Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID vaccines by the end of this week. This development follows last week's commendation by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), coupled

Sep 8, 2023

VI Department of Health Seeks Public Input on Plans to Solicit Support from DoD Innovative Readiness Program

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Virgin Islands Department of Health intends to solicit assistance from the Department of Defense’s Innovative Readiness Training Program. The assistance will provide medically underserved Virgin Islands residents with access to no-cost dental, vision, and health screenings, examinations, and services. The proposed assistance will take place

Sep 7, 2023

Update: St. John’s DeCastro Clinic Phone Service Restored

St. John, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Department of Health is advising the public that the Morris DeCastro Clinic phone system has been fully restored and the clinic can now receive external calls. The clinic experienced a brief disruption of services earlier today that prevented it from receiving or

Sep 7, 2023

Alert: St. John De Castro Clinic Experiencing Phone Lines Disruption

St. John, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The VI Department of Health is advising the public that the Morris DeCastro Clinic on St. John is experiencing a disruption to its phone system which is preventing staff from making and receiving external calls. When calling, clients will receive a message that the

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VI Department of Health’s WIC Program Rolls Out Enhanced Food Packages for Women and Children

VI Department of Health Celebrates Completion of the New WIC Building on St. Thomas

VI Department of Health Announces Initiative for Pediatric Lead Testing on St. Croix, Sets Goal to Test 1,000 Children

Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announces ‘no drinking’ advisory for potable water within certain areas in St. Croix

VI Department of Health Premieres ”Step Into Wellness” Video Series

Update: St. John’s DeCastro Clinic Closed for the Remainder of the Week

St. John’s DeCastro Clinic to Close at Noon for the Remainder of the Week

Territory to Receive Initial Shipment of Updated Moderna and Pfizer-Bio-NTech COVID Vaccines

VI Department of Health Seeks Public Input on Plans to Solicit Support from DoD Innovative Readiness Program

Update: St. John’s DeCastro Clinic Phone Service Restored

Alert: St. John De Castro Clinic Experiencing Phone Lines Disruption

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VI Department of Health’s WIC Program Rolls Out Enhanced Food Packages for Women and Children

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