AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCancer Care & Community: St. Croix’s Relay for Life marked its 25th anniversary on June 6, bringing survivors, volunteers and American Cancer Society officials together at the St. Croix Educational Complex track; organizers said 35 teams joined and more than $200,000 was raised toward a $300,000 goal, with survivor stories like 16-year ovarian cancer survivor Wendy Graham emphasizing hope and healing. Workforce Health 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; UVI MSC also reported Cohort 2 completion with 10 residents finishing the program and becoming eligible for NREMT certification. Medicare Fraud Prevention: Medicare Fraud Prevention Week highlights how scams are evolving in 2026, urging people with Medicare to watch for fake calls, review Medicare Summary Notices and Explanation of Benefits, track appointments, and report suspicious activity to the Senior Medicare Patrol. Public Health Preparedness: New York officials described ongoing special pathogen drills—practicing PPE, communication and protocols for high-risk outbreaks—training that also supports hospitals across New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Disaster Readiness: Even with a below-normal Atlantic hurricane outlook, the U.S. Virgin Islands is reminded that one storm can still cause major harm; forecasters project 8–14 named storms and stress staying prepared. Emergency Response: The Coast Guard reported rescuing a boater near St. Thomas after a vessel fire and sinking, with the passenger transferred to Virgin Islands Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
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