GIS Senior Medical Officer Dr. Shaun Ramroop has said that according to statistics from the National Health Insurance, there are between 5,000 and 10,000 people being treated locally for hypertension which is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Dr. Ramroop while commenting on the Territory’s observance of World Heart Day today is encouraging residents … Continued
In a shocking turn of events regarding the BVI’s border security, the Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honorable Andrew Fahie, within his speech to the House of Assembly last night, revealed that it was the BVI Government who requested the UK’s help to patrol the borders, dismissing the Governor’s recently publicized stance on the matter. … Continued
RUETERS Republican President Donald Trump and Democratic rival Joe Biden battled fiercely over Trump’s leadership on the coronavirus pandemic, the economy and the integrity of November’s election in a chaotic first debate on Tuesday marked by personal insults, name calling and Trump’s repeated interruptions. Moderator Chris Wallace never established control of the debate. The two … Continued
CNN Jennifer Gommerman, a professor of immunology at the University of Toronto, also used the phrase “really promising. “She said that, along with Regeneron’s earlier work published in a peer-reviewed journal in August, the additional key takeaway is that the “cocktail” approach is effective. A cocktail antibody therapy uses two or more lab-engineered antibodies. Regeneron’s … Continued
(GIS) – Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone has reported a significant drop in active cases of COVID-19 with 66 recoveries now confirmed. Minister Malone further reported that as of September 28, of the 71 total positive COVID-19 cases recorded, the active cases now stand at 4 and one death. The total … Continued
(ASSOCIATED PRESS) The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus has eclipsed 1 million, nine months into a crisis that has devastated the global economy, tested world leaders’ resolve, pitted science against politics and forced multitudes to change the way they live, learn and work. “It’s not just a number. It’s human beings. It’s people we … Continued
Loop As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc globally, Premier of Nevis Mark Brantley continues to take extraordinary steps to help those affected in his country. In a show of solidarity with those worst hit by the economic shutdown, he will continue to forego his salary and benefits. Brantley made the announcement during his … Continued
The Prime Minister of Barbados has called on governments in the Americas region to ensure citizens employed in the tourism sector have priority access to the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine. Prime minister Mia Mottley, who co-chairs the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Americas Cruise Task Force, made the call as she addressed the 58 Directing Council of … Continued
Mastercard today announced that it is partnering exclusively with Grammy winning reggae artiste, Koffee, as its official brand ambassador in Jamaica. Under this partnership, Koffee and Mastercard will build awareness about digital payments and educate consumers and merchants about the convenience, wide acceptance, and safety and security features of Mastercard electronic payments options. “Koffee is … Continued
Detectives from the Major Crime Investigations Team are seeking your assistance in identifying the perpetrator/s responsible for the murders of 23 year old Melissa Spence,native of Trinidad; Kendoy Penn of Old Plantation; 46 year old Julio Pineda Ceasor of Greenland; and Nyron Olliverre, native of Trinidad. The details are that: 1. On the 21st of September 2004, around 11:00am a construction … Continued
