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UWI’s Sir Frank Worrell Blood Donor Memorial Committee celebrates World Blood Donor Day June 14, 2013
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Blood donation, its “Myths, Facts and Benefits” were the main topics of discussion to highlight “World Blood Donor Day” during the talk show “UMOJA” last evening, June 13, 2013.
Premier Smith to be honoured at Surgeons' Conference
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier Dr the Honourable Dr. D. Orlando Smith will be honoured by the Caribbean College of Surgeons at its 11th Annual Clinical Conference currently underway at Long Bay Beach Resort and Villas. The conference runs from June 13 – 16, 2013.
UPDATE: Group urges support for cancer bill fundraiser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Public Relations Officer of West Side Konnekshun, Deshawn Hodge, issued an appeal today, June 12, 2013 for persons to come out in support of a pre-Father's Day fundraiser in aid of cancer survivor Shaheem Richards.
Men’s health of concern for Gender Affairs – Coordinator
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The issue of men's health came into sharp focus as the Office of Gender Affairs held its annual Men’s Health Fair yesterday June 11, 2013 at the Band Stand in Road Town.
Resident upset at Minister’s response to VG boat query
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – One resident is upset at a response he received from the Health Minister, Hon. Ronnie W. Skelton about a boat for sick residents following a recent government meeting with persons in Virgin Gorda.
Health Authority mulls introduction of cancer registry - CEO
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has embarked on the establishment of a cancer registry, a first of its kind within the organisation, according to CEO Darlene Carty-Baptiste.
No refunds made to seniors allegedly charged for medication
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – While noting that the long term sustainability and success of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) hinges on the implementation of strategic opportunities such as customer service and satisfaction, CEO Mrs Darlene Carty-Baptiste expressed an awareness of the need for transparency and accountability.
Healthcare fee increases on the horizon at BVIHSA- Carty-Baptiste
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the BVI Health Services Authority has disclosed that her organisation is still working through challenges in the adjustments for its proposed fee schedule.
UPDATE: 67 screened at Caribbean Insurers’ health exercise
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Residents of the Virgin Islands are being told to pay particular attention to their sugar intake and develop a healthier lifestyle following a health screening exercise facilitated by Caribbean Insurers Limited (CIL) in conjunction with the BVI Diabetes Association.
It's abuse to charge seniors & children for medication– E. Maduro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Host of the BVI Forum TV show on CBN Television, Edmund Maduro, said he believed senior citizens and children were being abused at Peebles Hospital when they were allegedly being charged for free medication.
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