VG Clinic temporarily relocated due to air quality concerns

The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has temporarily relocated emergency services from the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic after a building issue compromised air quality at the Virgin Gorda facility.

Twenty-four-hour emergency services are now operating from St Mary’s Anglican Hall while maintenance workers address the problem.

The Authority initially announced on September 3 that staff availability had been affected and temporarily limited the clinic to emergency cases. It later disclosed that a minor building issue had affected the facility’s air quality.

“Due to a minor building issue that has compromised air quality within the facility, the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic is temporarily adjusting its services while the maintenance team addresses the issue,” the BVIHSA stated.

The Authority said it would also conduct a scheduled deep cleaning to ensure that the building is safe for staff and patients.