Estimated
Population (2008) |
36,605 |
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Population (2001) |
19,886 |
| Average HH Size (2001) |
2.8 |
| Constant GDP Growth Rate (2007p) |
11.2 |
| Constant GDP (US$'000) (2007p) |
632,052 |
| Imports (US$ '000) (2008p) |
591,252 |
| Exports (US$ '000) (2008p) |
24,769 |
| Inflation Rate (2007) |
3.7% |
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DEPS Grand Turk Office:
South Base, Grand Turk
Turks and Caicos Islands
British West Indies
Tel nos.: +1649-946-2801;
+1649-946-2221
Fax no: +1649-946-2557
E-mail: deps@gov.tc or info@depstc.org
DEPS Providenciales Office:
Telefax: +1649-941-5194
Copyright © 2005 Department of Economic Planning
and Statistics
Date last updated: September 14, 2009
Prickly Pear Cactus
By applying peeled, warmed slices directly to the patients joints,
this cactus is considered the best cure for sore joints and
rheumatism.
Aloe
This plant can be used as a laxative and cleanser. It heals sunburn
and other types of burns. It is also used on mosquito bites, skin wounds,
cuts and bruises, healing them without scaring. Aloe is the best natural
shampoo. It helps to restore the natural oils to dry hair and encourages
growth. Most Rastafarians use aloe in the grooming of their locks.
Love Vine
This vine is used for backaches, prickly heat and baby's gripes.
Cerasee
Steamed or boiled and taken with a dash of salt and limejuice is said
to cure colds and fevers. It is also used as preventive medicine when
taken before the onset of illness such as hypertension, diabetes and
worms.
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