AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWorkforce & EMS Training: The University of the Virgin Islands Medical Simulation Center was added to the U.S. Virgin Islands Eligible Training Provider List, unlocking WIOA funding for EMT training and helping reduce financial barriers; it also marked Cohort 2’s EMT program milestone with ten residents completing training and moving toward NREMT certification. Local Health Governance: On St. Thomas, the VI Senate advanced a bill to address the green waste disposal crisis using controlled incineration only when safer options like shredding, mulching, composting, and reuse aren’t available, with added rules aimed at cutting smoke and protecting nearby communities. Disaster Readiness: The National Hurricane Center updated its 2026 season outlook and, in related reporting, highlighted that even a below-normal season can still bring dangerous storms—an important reminder for Virgin Islands preparedness. Community Health & Access: A Coast Guard rescue near St. Thomas sent a boater to Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services, underscoring the value of fast emergency response for survival and recovery. Public Health Lifestyle Tip: A column on sunscreen choices urged residents to consider clothing and shade first, then use sunscreen when needed to lower skin cancer risk.
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