AGP Picks
View all

AGP Executive Report

Last update: 7 hours ago

Domestic Violence & Injury Risk: A St. Thomas woman, Ulissa George, was arrested after police say she stabbed her boyfriend with kitchen scissors during an Annas Retreat altercation tied to marijuana, with charges including third-degree assault and possessing a dangerous weapon. Road Safety: A scooter rider was taken to Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital after a reported hit by a vehicle in Sea Cows Bay; details on injuries are still unclear. Community Health Education: The Virgin Islands State Nurses Association is seeking support for its free, nurse-led public health outreach “Teaching Moments,” covering topics like asthma management, fracture care, senior health, and preventive care. Medicare Costs Watch: A Medicare Part D subsidy that helped lower prescription plan costs is ending early, raising concerns about higher premiums and co-pays for beneficiaries in 2027. Public Health Preparedness: BVI Disaster Management is urging residents to complete seasonal readiness steps as Atlantic conditions shift, including stocking food, water, and medication and planning for chronic health needs. Cannabis Regulation Update (USVI): Licensed cultivation in the USVI could start within weeks, with at least two dispensaries possibly opening before year-end—though sales depend on a product-testing lab being operational. Foodborne Illness Alert (Mainland): Health officials linked a Salmonella outbreak to imported jalapeños, prompting some retailers to remove affected peppers while investigations continue. Violence & Health System Strain (USVI): Two brothers were killed in a Castle Coakley shooting, pushing St. Croix’s homicide count higher and underscoring ongoing community safety concerns.

Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.

AGP Wire

fallback image
Jun. 25, 2026

Allpure Behavioral Health teams up with Rx Outreach to cut addiction treatment costs

AGP

fallback image
Jun. 10, 2026

Adroit Infosystems spotlights digital workflows at Trinidad healthcare symposium

AGP

fallback image
May 8, 2026

ProSat Networks expands Starlink installation and managed Wi-Fi services nationwide

AGP


Perspectify logo Perspectify News

Learn about labels.

Labels
Left-wing Center-left Neutral Public Broadcaster Gov't Institution Center-right Right-wing Pro-Government Gov't Propaganda Indeterminate
filter

Filter

Source Label Filters

All labels are selected. Deselect any labels you want to hide from your feed.

Labels:

Left-wing
Center-left
Neutral
Public Broadcaster
Gov't Institution
Center-right
Right-wing
Pro-Government
Gov't Propaganda
Indeterminate
USVI: Community support sought for VISNA's free health education initiative

USVI: Community support sought for VISNA's free health education initiative

Health Experts Warn Donald Trump's 'Foolish' Daylight Saving Plan Threatens Sleep And Health

Health Experts Warn Donald Trump's 'Foolish' Daylight Saving Plan Threatens Sleep And Health

Ohio and Spire athletes reflect on playing in The Patriot Games

Ohio and Spire athletes reflect on playing in The Patriot Games


fallback image
Aug. 3, 2026

Guard Medical Teams Team Up to Help Virgin Islands Engineers

DVIDS - Georgia

fallback image
Jul. 8, 2026

UVI’s Virgin Islands Center for Autonomous Research Partners with NOAA to Deploy First-Ever Biogeochemical-Argo Ocean Float in U.S. Virgin Islands Waters

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

fallback image
Aug. 11, 2026

Attorney General Ford Announces $400 Million Settlement in Principle with Sandoz Inc. Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition

Nevada Attorney General

fallback image
Jul. 23, 2026

YD Bio and EG BioMed Conclude Successful Exhibition at BIO Asia-Taiwan 2026, Highlighting Innovations in Ophthalmology, Oncology Diagnostics, and Clinical Services

GlobeNewswire, Inc.

fallback image
Jul. 16, 2026

Attorney General Bonta Announces $29.6 Million Settlement with Glenmark over Conspiracy to Inflate Pharmaceutical Prices and Limit Competition

Office of the Attorney General California Department of Justice

fallback image
Jul. 15, 2026

Attorney General James Secures More Than $29 Million From Glenmark Pharmaceuticals for Illegal Scheme to Inflate Drug Prices

New York Attorney General

More press releases

Video Stories

YouTube video thumbnail: Brazil: A Visa, a Snub, and a Reopened Wound
Play
Brazil: A Visa, a Snub, and a Reopened Wound
YouTube video thumbnail: Vessel Replacement Programme Launched for Boats Damaged by Hurricane Beryl
Play
Vessel Replacement Programme Launched for Boats Damaged by Hurricane Beryl
Affinity Group Publishing Logo Showcase
Discover Affinity Group Publishing
YouTube video thumbnail: Bolivia’s Amazon Is Quietly Changing Hands
Play
Bolivia’s Amazon Is Quietly Changing Hands
YouTube video thumbnail: Deadly Earthquake Hits Colombia Weeks After Venezuela Quakes Killed Thousands
Play
Deadly Earthquake Hits Colombia Weeks After Venezuela Quakes Killed Thousands

Video Title

Sign up for:

Health Insider Virgin Islands

The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

globe

Explore More

Share this page:

Advanced Search Options

Search for:

Search scope:

Type:

Search in:

Date range:

The last

Sort by:

Sign up for:

Health Insider Virgin Islands

The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.