GOVERNMENT OF  
THE VIRGIN ISLANDS OF THE UNITED STATES 
 
VIRGIN ISLANDS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 
 
 
ST. CROIX OFFICE  
 
 
3500 ESTATE RICHMOND  
CHRISTIANSTED, ST. CROIX, U.S.V.I. 00820-4370  
                                                                                                 
CHARLES HARWOOD MEMORIAL COMPLEX 
 
TEL: (340)718-6551 * FAX: (340)718-1376   
 
ST.THOMAS OFFICE 
1303 HOSPITAL GROUND, SUITE 10
 
CHARLOTTE AMALIE 
ST. T.H.O.M.A.S., U.S.V.I. 00802-6722 
TEL: (340)774-0117 * FAX: (340)777-4001 
 
PRESS RELEASE 
Contact: Jahnesta Ritter 
jahnesta.ritter@doh.vi.gov  
November 1, 2020 
 
 
 
 
 
 
         
 
Health Department Reports Fourteen New Cases on Friday 
 
 
St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands (November 1, 2020) – On Friday, the Department of Health 
reported 14 new cases of COVID-19 in the territory—six on St. Croix and eight on St. Thomas. 
A vessel in the St. Thomas Harbour accounted for six of the cases on St. Thomas. With 
Saturday’s numbers, this brings the total active cases in the territory to 37.  
 
All positive cases from the vessel and their close contacts are safe and in quarantine. Territorial 
Epidemiologist  Dr. Esther Ellis encourages the public to be vigilant as cases continue to peak in 
the U.S.   
 
There is no significant common risk factor for the six new St. Croix cases, which is why it is so 
important to follow the prevention guidelines. 
 
Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others. Wear a mask to keep your nose and 
mouth covered when in public settings. Avoid close contact by staying at least six feet apart from 
anyone you do not live with. Wash your hands often with soap and warm water. Avoid contact 
with anyone who is sick, and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. 
 
To report a suspected case of COVID-19, please call (340) 712-6299 or (340) 776-1519.  
If you have a medical emergency, call 911. For more information, visit covid19usvi.com. For 
COVID-19 updates, text COVID19USVI to 888777 
 
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