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Mrs. Valerie Lettsome, was an educator in the BVI Government for 41 years. Even though retired for almost 10 years, she is still very active in the community. Teacher Val, as she is affectionately called, is delighted to be one of the facilitators for CHIP. Her Motto concerning health is: “I want to live a long life but it must be a healthy one!” and “I realise that my health is my responsibility!” Teacher Val looks forward with great anticipation to deliver this most valuable and timely programme to our people. As Mahatma Gandhi said: “It is health that is real wealth, not pieces of gold and silver!”