The Ministry of Health and Social Development confirms the unfortunate second COVID-19 related death in the Territory.

The Ministry of Health and Social Development has launched a National Public Health Symptom Reporting Form (SRF) to better reach and manage persons in the community who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.

At this time, I wish to give you a further update on the COVID-19 situation in the Virgin Islands.

STATEMENT BY CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER

DR. RONALD GEORGES

UPDATE ON THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

July 4th, 2021

The public is advised that the officials at the Ministry of Health and Social Development are calling for the postponement of all summer camps and programmes until further notice.

Officials at the Ministry of Health and Social Development are calling for the postponement of all summer camps and programmes until further notice.

The public is being notified that confirmed COVID-19 positive cases were in attendance at the following venues/events:

The Virgin Islands is currently experiencing an outbreak of COVID-19. 

The public is advised that another student from Frangipani Academy (Simmond’s Preschool) tested positive on Thursday, July 1, 2021.

The public is advised that persons eligible to participate in the COVID-19 Cash Assistance Programme should register via online submissions or by telephone.