What to know
CDC provides funding and technical assistance to build public health preparedness and response capabilities nationwide. Learn more about PHEP funding for U.S. Virgin Islands.
At a Glance
- Population: 106,405
- Local Health Departments: N/A
- Frequent Public Health Emergencies: Drought, Flooding, Tropical Storms/Hurricanes
- Key Emergency Operations Center Activations: 2020 – COVID-19 Pandemic
- CDC PHEP Funding:
- FY 2023: $466,932
- FY 2022: $466,932
- FY 2021: $478,140
- Public Health Crisis Response Funding:
- COVID-19 2021 funding: $760,742
- COVID-19 2020 funding: $1,257,301
PHEP Funded Staff (rounded)
- 7 PHEP-funded staff (rounded)
Includes epidemiologists, laboratorians, nurses, planners, IT specialists, administrative staff, statisticians, and other positions.
Top 5 Preparedness Investments
- Medical Countermeasure Dispensing
- Community Preparedness
- Emergency Public Information and Warning
- Emergency Operations Coordination
- Information Sharing
Content Source:
State and Local Readiness