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The Practice of Public Service Terrorism...Part 1
By Alred "AC" Frett
?B&F Medical Belongs to the People:
Over the past months we have been speaking about the many years of injustices imposed upon me by the Legal System; not only in the matter of Squatters seeking ownership of my Property but our intent to show this as a continuing pattern of injustice by outlining another case in which Envy, Greed and Corruption blocked construction of the New B&F Medical Complex’s Building.
VI ‘Mo Bros’ raise a healthy amount of cash for cancer research
NANNY CAY, Tortola, VI- Although the final figure has not been released as yet, BVI Movember Co-Founder Scott Hart is confident this year’s total figure will surpass the $15, 000 raised at last year’s Movember event.
National Health Insurance slated for Aug 2013
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Deputy Director of the BVI Social Security Board, Mr Roy Barry, revealed during a press conference held today, November 30, 2012 at the Breezeway of the Central Administration Complex, that a proposed National Health Insurance (NHI) programme is slated to begin in August 2013 .
Poor handling of waste could lengthen fight against dengue – Carnel Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Head of the Environmental Health Division Mr Carnel Smith has indicated that the current issues of rodent infestation and dengue that are plaguing the Territory add to the already growing waste problem in existence. He further advocated for the implementation of a recycling programme to curb the problems being faced.
Health Workers now ready to administer HIV Rapid Tests
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In continued efforts to strengthen the health sector’s response and treatment of HIV/AIDS, over 70 health workers throughout the Virgin Islands received training on how to administer an HIV Rapid Test to clients accessing health care services following Provider Initiated HIV Testing and Counselling training sessions.
Nurse recruitment for new Peebles Hospital a significant concern – Health Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – According to the Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon. Ronnie W. Skelton, recruitment of nurses for the new Peebles Hospital will pose a problem, even as the pending date of completion for the hospital draws close.
First District launches revamped Diabetes Association
CAPOONS BAY, Tortola, VI – As World Diabetes Day was being observed yesterday November 14, 2012, members of the First District made a bold and resolute statement in resuscitating the First District Diabetes Association (FDDA) which had been dormant for some years.
German Tourist dies at CGB beach
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI - A tourist who visited the Cane Garden Bay (CGB) beach area yesterday November 12, 2012 reportedly met his demise while swimming.
Synching of age for retirement & pension still being considered- Hon. Skelton
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Ronnie W. Skelton said measures were still being considered to bridge the gap between the age of retirement and the age of eligibility for social security benefits.
Who will pay? Mixed views at EE/LL Health meeting on who will foot bills
EAST END/LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI – Mixed views and dissenting voices emerged amidst an appeal by the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) for persons to acquire insurance and other means of paying their bills; revenue expressed as vital for the continuation and enhancement of quality service throughout the organisation.
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