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VI could implement COVID-19 vaccine passport requirements- Hon Malone
TRELLIS BAY, Tortola, VI- Travellers to the Virgin Islands (VI) could soon be required to show proof of inoculation through a passport specifically for COVID-19, Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone (AL) has said.
COVID-19 vaccine doses will now be given 12 weeks apart – Hon Malone
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI – On the advice of the acting Chief Medical Officer Dr Ronald E. Goerges, the Virgin Islands (VI) has adjusted the intervals between the first and second doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccines when administered to persons in the territory.
VI executes 500-600 COVID-19 vaccinations per day - Hon Malone
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI – The smooth rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination programme in the Virgin Islands (VI) continues with some 5031 persons having been vaccinated as of March 10, 2021, according to Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Carvin Malone (AL).
Chronic diseases a ‘significant health problem’ in VI - Health Minister
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI - Chronic diseases, which according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) includes illnesses like heart disease, some cancers and diabetes, have been categorised as significant health issues in the Virgin Islands (VI). This is according to Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Carvin Malone (AL).
VI to receive 2000 AstraZeneca vaccines doses from Dominica
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Dominica has agreed to grant the Virgin Islands (VI) with 2000 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines for immediate distribution.
Gov't to sign MoU with private health care providers to aid in vaccine rollout
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- With the vaccination rollout programme now back in full swing after a brief pause, the Government of the Virgin Islands plans to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with 'qualified' private health care providers to allow them to administer the AstraZeneca vaccines.
COVID-19 pandemic has taken ‘heavy toll’ on women- Hon Malone
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Noting that women have been heavily impacted by the coronavirus pandemic in the Virgin Islands, Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Carvin Malone (AL) has said the Government of the Virgin Islands has been collaborating with civil society, private sector and international partners to respond to the challenges faced by women.
VI back to 1 active COVID-19 case - Hon Malone
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands is back to 1 active COVID-19 case, confirmed in an incoming passenger on day 4 of mandatory quarantine, according to Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Carvin Malone (AL) on VIP’s Let's Talk radio programme on ZBVI 780AM on March 2, 2021.
3185 COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in VI thus far
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Some 3185 persons have been vaccinated for COVID-19 in the Virgin Islands (VI) as of February 25, 2021, according to information coming out of the Government Information Service.
Women hailed for brave role in VI's COVID-19 fight
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Women have been recognised for their contributions to the health and social response to COVID-19 in the Virgin Islands at the UN ECLAC’s 60th Meeting of the Presiding Officers of the Regional Conference on Women in Latin America and the Caribbean that began on 23rd February 2021.
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