AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealth Workforce: The U.S. Virgin Islands and Ghana are preparing a November agreement to recruit nurses and teachers for hard-to-fill jobs. The number of recruits, qualifications and employment terms have not yet been announced. BVI Wellness: Health Minister Vincent Wheatley says diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and some cancers are straining the territory’s health system. The BVI Wellness Fest on November 7 will offer screenings, health education and activities promoting exercise and healthy eating. Outbreak Readiness: Unannounced drills at USVI and other U.S. health facilities tested how quickly staff could identify and isolate simulated bird-flu patients. Results showed gaps in screening and infection-control procedures. St. Croix Claims: Residents and businesses affected by the 2021 Limetree Bay pollution incidents have until November 3 to file for compensation, including claims related to physical and emotional health effects.
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