The Ministry of Health and Social Development has confirmed that seven more COVID related deaths were recorded during the month of January, bringing the total number of deaths in the Virgin Islands to 49.

The Ministry of Health and Social Development continues to encourage the public to get vaccinated as it remains the best defense against COVID-19. 

Today, the Ministry of Health and Social Development is informing the public of the continued rise in cases in the current outbreak of the Delta variant of COVID-19 in the Territory. 

Good Day and GOD’s Blessings to all the wonderful people of the Virgin Islands. Once again, it’s that special time of the year when we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Today, the Ministry of Health and Social Development is informing the public that we are currently experiencing an increase of transmission of COVID-19 in the Territory associated with the Delta variant. 

Residents would have noticed a gradual increase in active cases over the last two months.  In particular, over the last two weeks cases have risen from an average of around 40 closer to 100 active cases.

According to Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ronald Georges persons can now get boosted with the Pfizer vaccine.

Season greetings is extended to everyone in the Virgin Islands, the region and the world. Thank you Governor Rankin.   I acknowledge the presence of the Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Georges. I am your Minister for Health and Social Development, Carvin Malone.  

The public is invited to ‘The Premier’s Christmas Extravaganza with a Cultural Twist - The Sequel’ on Saturday, December 18, at the Festival Village Grounds from 3:00 p.m.

The public is informed that boosters and third doses of vaccines will be available in the Virgin Islands by the second week of December.

The Ministry of Health and Social Development is advising the public to remain vigilant amid recent increases in COVID-19 positive cases in the Territory.