The Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic is temporarily adjusting its services following a minor building issue that has affected air quality inside the facility.
According to a statement from BVI Health Services Authority, a maintenance team is addressing the issue at the Virgin Gorda facility, while a scheduled deep cleaning will also be conducted to ensure the facility is safe for patients and staff.
During the temporary closure and service adjustments, 24-hour emergency services will be available at St. Mary’s Anglican Hall beginning this evening, September 3.
Several routine services will continue to be provided through the North Sound Clinic. These include wound dressings on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, while vaccinations will be available at the North Sound Clinic. Home visits will continue as normal.
The North Sound Clinic will operate from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Patients seeking information about services at the clinic can call 440-1661.
Prescription services will also continue under temporary arrangements. Patients should phone in prescriptions at 284-440-6105 before 11:00 am Filled prescriptions will be available for collection at 2:00 pm at St. Mary’s Anglican Hall.
Residents are reminded that 911 should be called for emergencies.
Clinic officials thanked patients and the wider community for their patience and understanding while the temporary arrangements remain in place.
Further updates will be issued once normal operations at the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic can resume.