A campaign has been launchedto inspire men to be positive role models for their children and the community with several activities to be held during this month.
Persons residing legally in the Territory now have access to health care services at the lower category of fees following the amendment of the Hospital Regulations, 2015 by Minister of Health and Social Development, Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton.
The Health, Safety and Wellness Committee is inviting all persons to attend the Opening Ceremony and to view the exhibition for the observation of the World Day for Safety and Health at Work, on Tuesday April 28 at 9:30 a.m.
A case study to evaluate the Territory’s implementation of the ‘Port of Spain Declaration’ was facilitated by the Ministry of Health and Social Development this week.
The study is part of Government’s continued efforts to reduce chronic, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the Territory.
The Environmental Health Division is informing and reminding the public that Blue Bell Creameries has recalled its ice cream products from grocery retailers and store shelves worldwide.
Topic: Education, Public Health | Posted By: wchambers
Tuesday, 14 April 2015 - 9:15am
Students in the Virgin Islands are to benefit from a programme that promotes the adoption of healthy lifestyle behaviours as the Government embarks on a Healthy Schools Intervention Programme.
The Ministry of Education and Culture is collaborating with the Ministry of Health and Social Development to introduce this programme into the primary schools curriculum during the 2015-2016 school year beginning with Grades 2 and 3.
The Ministry of Health and Social Development has teamed up with UMI Fashions to present the Fitness Movement Challenge “Top Stepper” competition.
According to Programme Coordinator, Mr. Jason Rubaine persons desirous of being the “top stepper” will have to accumulate no less than 20,000 steps within a 24 hour period to qualify.
