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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar
England will be the first country in the world to start vaccinating people against the sexually transmitted infection gonorrhoea. It will not be available for everyone. The focus will mainly be on gay and bisexual men with a history of multiple sexual partners or an STI. The vaccine is 30-40% effective, but NHS England hopes it will reverse soaring numbers of infections. There were more than 85,000 cases in 2023 – the highest since records began in 1918. Gonorrhoea does not always have symptoms, but they can include pain, unusual discharge, inflammation of the genitals and infertility. How many people will chose to be immunised is uncertain. But projections by Imperial College London show that if the jab proves popular then it could prevent 100,000 cases and save the NHS nearly £8m over the next decade. Max, a sexual health campaigner, told BBC Newsbeat he would "100%" take the vaccine after being diagnosed with gonorrhoea twice within a year. "I think this is great that it's been announced", he says, adding: "It's going to take the pressure off the clinics, it's just a big win all round." Vaccination will start in August and will be offered through sexual health services. Public Health Scotland said it was also working on plans to launch its own programme for high-risk individuals. BBC Newsbeat has asked health bodies in Wales and Northern Ireland whether they intend to do the same. This vaccine wasn't designed for gonorrhoea. It's the meningitis B vaccine currently given to babies. But the bacteria that cause the two diseases are so closely related that the MenB jab appears to cut gonorrhoea cases by around a third. That will require a delicate conversation in sexual health clinics as the vaccine will not eliminate the risk of catching gonorrhoea. It is normally caught while having sex without a condom. But Prof Andrew Pollard, the chair of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), which recommended the vaccine, said despite it only being 30% effective, it was "worth having" and could have "a huge impact" overall. The decision is not just about the record numbers of cases. Gonorrhoea is becoming increasingly difficult to treat. Most cases are treated with a single dose of antibiotics, but there is an 80-year history of the bacterium which causes gonorrhoea repeatedly evolving resistance to our antibiotics. It's happening to the current treatments too and is why some doctors are concerned gonorrhoea could one-day become untreatable. The best way to deal with a drug-resistant infection is to never catch it in the first place. Dr Amanda Doyle, from NHS England, said: "The launch of a world-first routine vaccination for gonorrhoea is a huge step forward for sexual health and will be crucial in protecting individuals, helping to prevent the spread of infection and reduce the rising rates of antibiotic resistant strains of the bacteria." The people most affected by gonorrhoea in the UK are those aged 16-to-25, gay and bisexual men, and those of black and Caribbean ancestry. The vaccine – which costs around £8 per dose – is value for money when primarily offered to gay and bisexual men, rather than all teenagers. However, clinicians do have the freedom to use their own judgement and offer the vaccine to people using sexual health services they think are of equally high risk. People will be offered mpox (formerly known as monkeypox), HPV and hepatitis vaccines at the same time. Potential new antibiotic for treating gonorrhoea Don't ditch condoms, sexual health experts say Prof Matt Phillips, president of the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV, said: "This is excellent news and a landmark moment for sexual health in England. "Gonorrhoea diagnoses are at their highest since records began and this has the potential to help us to turn that around." It is not known how long the protection provided by the vaccine will last or how often booster jabs might be required. The decision comes almost a year and a half after a vaccination programme was recommended by the UK's JCVI. Sexual health campaigners had criticised that long wait, but have welcomed this decision. Katie Clark, head of policy and advocacy at the Terrance Higgins Trust, called it a "huge win". Listen to Newsbeat live at 12:45 and 17:45 weekdays - or listen back here.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar
England will be the first country in the world to start vaccinating people against the sexually transmitted infection gonorrhoea. It will not be available for everyone. The focus will mainly be on gay and bisexual men with a history of multiple sexual partners or an STI. The vaccine is 30-40% effective, but NHS England hopes it will reverse soaring numbers of infections. There were more than 85,000 cases in 2023 – the highest since records began in 1918. Gonorrhoea does not always have symptoms, but they can include pain, unusual discharge, inflammation of the genitals and infertility. How many people will chose to be immunised is uncertain. But projections by Imperial College London show that if the jab proves popular then it could prevent 100,000 cases and save the NHS nearly £8m over the next decade. Max, a sexual health campaigner, told BBC Newsbeat he would "100%" take the vaccine after being diagnosed with gonorrhoea twice within a year. "I think this is great that it's been announced", he says, adding: "It's going to take the pressure off the clinics, it's just a big win all round." Vaccination will start in August and will be offered through sexual health services. Public Health Scotland said it was also working on plans to launch its own programme for high-risk individuals. BBC Newsbeat has asked health bodies in Wales and Northern Ireland whether they intend to do the same. This vaccine wasn't designed for gonorrhoea. It's the meningitis B vaccine currently given to babies. But the bacteria that cause the two diseases are so closely related that the MenB jab appears to cut gonorrhoea cases by around a third. That will require a delicate conversation in sexual health clinics as the vaccine will not eliminate the risk of catching gonorrhoea. It is normally caught while having sex without a condom. But Prof Andrew Pollard, the chair of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), which recommended the vaccine, said despite it only being 30% effective, it was "worth having" and could have "a huge impact" overall. The decision is not just about the record numbers of cases. Gonorrhoea is becoming increasingly difficult to treat. Most cases are treated with a single dose of antibiotics, but there is an 80-year history of the bacterium which causes gonorrhoea repeatedly evolving resistance to our antibiotics. It's happening to the current treatments too and is why some doctors are concerned gonorrhoea could one-day become untreatable. The best way to deal with a drug-resistant infection is to never catch it in the first place. Dr Amanda Doyle, from NHS England, said: "The launch of a world-first routine vaccination for gonorrhoea is a huge step forward for sexual health and will be crucial in protecting individuals, helping to prevent the spread of infection and reduce the rising rates of antibiotic resistant strains of the bacteria." The people most affected by gonorrhoea in the UK are those aged 16-to-25, gay and bisexual men, and those of black and Caribbean ancestry. The vaccine – which costs around £8 per dose – is value for money when primarily offered to gay and bisexual men, rather than all teenagers. However, clinicians do have the freedom to use their own judgement and offer the vaccine to people using sexual health services they think are of equally high risk. People will be offered mpox (formerly known as monkeypox), HPV and hepatitis vaccines at the same time. Potential new antibiotic for treating gonorrhoea Don't ditch condoms, sexual health experts say Prof Matt Phillips, president of the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV, said: "This is excellent news and a landmark moment for sexual health in England. "Gonorrhoea diagnoses are at their highest since records began and this has the potential to help us to turn that around." It is not known how long the protection provided by the vaccine will last or how often booster jabs might be required. The decision comes almost a year and a half after a vaccination programme was recommended by the UK's JCVI. Sexual health campaigners had criticised that long wait, but have welcomed this decision. Katie Clark, head of policy and advocacy at the Terrance Higgins Trust, called it a "huge win". Listen to Newsbeat live at 12:45 and 17:45 weekdays - or listen back here.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Blackrock Silver Begins Placement of Hydrologic Monitoring Wells at Tonopah West
The collection of hydrologic data from piezometers is a crucial step in obtaining permits for the proposed exploration decline, test mining and bulk sample extraction at Tonopah West Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 15, 2025) - Blackrock Silver Corp. (TSXV: BRC) (OTCQX: BKRRF) (FSE: AHZ0) ("Blackrock" or the "Company") announces commencement of a core drilling program for piezometer instrumentation installation, which is a critical path item for the permitting process of the proposed exploration decline, test mining and bulk sample extraction at the Company's Tonopah West project ("Tonopah West") located in Nye and Esmeralda Counties, Nevada. The Company's hydrologic program includes four core holes, totalling 1,565 metres (5,150 ft). Each drillhole will contain multiple piezometers strategically placed to measure water flow along faults, lithologic contacts and within specific lithologies along the projected alignment of the proposed decline. The data collected from these piezometers will help address questions related to water management in an underground mine, including information for required permits, engineering design and water disposal. The hydrologic program aims to gather critical hydrologic data to support the permitting and development phases of Tonopah West. This initiative highlights Blackrock's commitment to advancing Tonopah West while adhering to stringent environmental and regulatory standards. The data collected from these piezometers will inform the design and management of the proposed exploration decline and assist in optimizing the design for safety and efficiency. "The initiation of our hydrologic program marks a pivotal milestone as we continue to advance our high-grade Tonopah West silver-gold asset towards development," commented Andrew Pollard, President and Chief Executive Officer of Blackrock. "The installation of these monitoring wells is a critical component in unlocking the permitting process for our proposed exploration decline and test mining. By gathering essential hydrologic data, we're not only optimizing our mine plan for efficiency and safety but also reinforcing our commitment to responsible development as we aim to build a project that meets the highest regulatory and sustainability standards." Qualified Persons Blackrock's exploration activities at Tonopah West are conducted and supervised by Mr. William Howald, Executive Chairman of Blackrock. Mr. William Howald, AIPG Certified Professional Geologist #11041, is a Qualified Person as defined under National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. He has reviewed and approved the contents of this news release. About Blackrock Silver Corp. Backed by gold and silver ounces in the ground, Blackrock is a junior precious metal focused exploration and development company driven to add shareholder value. Anchored by a seasoned Board of Directors, the Company is focused on its 100% controlled Nevada portfolio of properties consisting of low-sulphidation, epithermal gold and silver mineralization located along the established Northern Nevada Rift in north-central Nevada and the Walker Lane trend in western Nevada. Additional information on Blackrock Silver Corp. can be found on its website at and by reviewing its profile on SEDAR+ at Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements and Information This news release contains "forward-looking statements" and "forward-looking information" (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of Canadian and United States securities legislation, including the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this news release relate to, among other things: the Company's hydrologic program and the intended use of the information gathered therefrom; exploration, permitting and test mining at Tonopah West; and the Company's strategic plans. These forward-looking statements reflect the Company's current views with respect to future events and are necessarily based upon a number of assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant operational, business, economic and regulatory uncertainties and contingencies. These assumptions include, among other things: conditions in general economic and financial markets; accuracy of assay results; geological interpretations from drilling results, timing and amount of capital expenditures; performance of available laboratory and other related services; future operating costs; the historical basis for current estimates of potential quantities and grades of target zones; the availability of skilled labour and no labour related disruptions at any of the Company's operations; no unplanned delays or interruptions in scheduled activities; all necessary permits, licenses and regulatory approvals for operations are received in a timely manner; the ability to secure and maintain title and ownership to properties and the surface rights necessary for operations; and the Company's ability to comply with environmental, health and safety laws. The foregoing list of assumptions is not exhaustive. The Company cautions the reader that forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements contained in this news release and the Company has made assumptions and estimates based on or related to many of these factors. Such factors include, without limitation: the timing and content of work programs; results of exploration activities and development of mineral properties; the interpretation and uncertainties of drilling results and other geological data; receipt, maintenance and security of permits and mineral property titles; environmental and other regulatory risks; project costs overruns or unanticipated costs and expenses; availability of funds; failure to delineate potential quantities and grades of the target zones based on historical data; general market and industry conditions; and those factors identified under the caption "Risks Factors" in the Company's most recent Annual Information Form. Forward-looking statements are based on the expectations and opinions of the Company's management on the date the statements are made. The assumptions used in the preparation of such statements, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date the statements were made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements included in this news release if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as otherwise required by applicable law. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. For Further Information, Contact: Andrew PollardPresident and Chief Executive Officer(604) 817-6044info@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit
The Market Online
08-05-2025
- Business
- The Market Online
Blackrock Silver's new drilling supports resource upgrade
Blackrock Silver (TSXV:BRC) released its latest high-grade silver and gold intercepts from its Tonopah West project in Nevada Highlights include 4.24 metres grading 700 grams per ton silver equivalent in TXC25-138, which yielded multiple over 1 kg/ton silver intercepts Blackrock Silver is a junior miner developing demonstrated gold and silver ounces in the ground along Nevada's Walker Lane trend and Northern Nevada rift Blackrock Silver stock has given back 10.29 per cent year-over-year but remains up by 45.24 per cent since 2020 Blackrock Silver (TSXV:BRC) released its latest high-grade silver and gold intercepts from its Tonopah West project in Nevada, where a 2024 resource estimate details 577,000 ounces of gold and 48.5 million ounces of silver. The results are part of a 62-hole program started in July 2024 that aims to convert up to 1 million tons of material from inferred to measured and indicated resources, covering the initial years of production based on Tonopah's 2024 preliminary economic assessment. Here are highlight assay intercepts using a 150 grams per ton (g/t) silver equivalent (AgEq) cut-off: (Source: Blackrock Silver) According to Thursday's news release, 'the highest-grade results are associated with thicker intercepts of quartz vein material,' aligning with previous drilling under the M&I Conversion Program released in November, January and February, making management optimistic about Tonopah West's updated resource estimate slated for Q3 2025. Gold and silver mineralization features shoots plunging to the northwest within the M&I Conversion Area that remain open to the northwest, east and down plunge. Ten drillholes have assays pending. Investors can also look out for seven additional drillhole assays from Blackrock Silver's exploration program seeking to expand a 1-kilometre trend of vein corridor linking Tonopah West's Northwest step-out resource area with the Denver-Paymaster and Bermuda-Merten vein groups. Leadership insights 'Additional results from our M&I conversion program continue to validate our model, supporting mineral continuity as we track and define the geometry of the high-grade shoots within the vein system,' Andrew Pollard, Blackrock Silver's president and chief executive officer, said in a statement. 'Today's results, coupled with results previously announced from this same program, highlight that broader intercepts are associated with higher-than-average grades, which should be beneficial in delineating high-grade tons. The broad zones of high-grade mineralization encountered in drillhole TXC-138 are a standout for us, as at a composite of 11.46 metres of 514 g/t silver equivalent (290 g/t silver & 2.48 g/t gold), this is the thickest (composite) zone we've drilled throughout the district outside of the historic Victor mine. As we await the final assays from the M&I conversion program, modelling has begun for our upcoming mineral resource update on Tonopah West, currently on track for Q3 2025.' About Blackrock Silver Blackrock Silver is a junior miner developing demonstrated gold and silver ounces in the ground along Nevada's Walker Lane trend and Northern Nevada rift. Blackrock Silver stock (TSXV:BRC) last traded at C$0.30. The stock has given back 10.29 per cent year-over-year but remains up by 45.24 per cent since 2020. Join the discussion: Find out what everybody's saying about this junior gold and silver stock on the Blackrock Silver Corp. Bullboard and check out the rest of Stockhouse's stock forums and message boards. The material provided in this article is for information only and should not be treated as investment advice. For full disclaimer information, please click here.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Business
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Blackrock Silver Steps Out 1.2km Across New High-Grade Zone at Tonopah West
Scout Drilling Confirms the Extension of the High-Grade Merten Vein Creating Potential to Expand the DPB Resource up to 1,200 Metres to the East Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 31, 2025) - Blackrock Silver Corp. (TSXV: BRC) (OTCQX: BKRRF) (FSE: AHZ0) ("Blackrock" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the results from the reverse circulation ("RC") Scout Drilling Program completed on the southeastern side of the DPB M&I Conversion area on its 100% owned Tonopah West project located in Nye and Esmeralda Counties, Nevada, United States. Starting in late December 2024 and finishing in late January 2025, the Company completed ten exploration RC drillholes in the eastern portion of the DPB area and the adjacent Ohio target to test for gold and silver along a structural zone and beneath a felsic sill. A total of 3,857 metres (12,655 ft) was drilled. The program was very successful with silver and gold being returned from all targets. SCOUT PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: Assays from our reverse circulation scout drill program have returned significant gold & silver values in 7 drillholes that have successfully expanded the footprint of mineralization up to 1,200 metres to the east of the existing DPB resource toward the historic Ohio mine; These intercepts cover a new zone of mineralization not included in the 2024 resource that may impact the upcoming DPB South resource update (Q3, 2025); TW25-128 which returned 9.6 grams per tonne (g/t) gold and 1,198 g/t silver over 1.52-metres (2,063 g/t silver equivalent (AgEq)) from 292 metres in the Ohio area; TW25-133 returned multiple thick zones of mineralization including 10.46 g/t gold and 10.6 g/t silver over 4.57-metres (952 g/t AgEq) including 1.52 metres grading 21.45 g/t gold and 15.7 g/t silver (1,948 g/t AgEq) from 309 metres and 3.05 metres grading 270 g/t AgEq (129 g/t silver and 1.57 g/t gold) from 280 metres; TW25-130 cut 1.52 metres of 587 g/t AgEq (3.3 g/t gold and 290 g/t silver) from 189 metres Assays from multiple drillholes have extended the Merten vein system by 540 metres along strike to the east of the main DPB South resource. With the inclusion of discovery hole TW25-128, targeting an area historic miners referred to as the Ohio vein, the mineralized trend could extend up to 1,200-metres in length; Additional drilling has been deployed to this area and assays for three core holes, TXC25-133, -134 and -135 are pending. Andrew Pollard, Blackrock's President and CEO, stated, "Results from our RC Scout drilling program confirm the discovery of a new high-grade gold and silver structural zone extending 1.2 kilometres (km) east from our existing resource shell. Historic miners referred to this eastern target area as the Ohio Vein, a substantial producer in the early 1900's, but until now, its mineralization had remained elusive. With every drillhole in this program returning elevated grades across the trend, the scale of the project has increased dramatically, with the results suggesting significant new high-grade tonnage potential. Coupled with our recently released expansion results (see February 24, 2025 news release), where we successfully stepped out 500 metres to the northwest, we have increased the footprint of high-grade mineralization along the vein corridor by over 65% this year, adding an additional 1.7km of drill-defined strike. We have already deployed additional drilling to this new zone, with assays for three core drillholes pending." TW25-133 returned significant silver and gold with values starting at 309-metres grading 10.46 g/t gold and 10.6 g/.t silver over 4.57 metres (952 g/t AgEq). This mineralization extends the Merten vein 540 metres to the east-southeast of the main DPB South resource. With the inclusion of TW25-128 which returned 9.6 g/t gold and 1198 g/t silver over 1.5-metres (2,063 g/t AgEq), the zone could be up to 1,200-metres in cohesive strike. Table 1 summarizes the assay results (150 g/t AgEq cutoff). Table 1: Scout Drilling Program results above 150 g/t AgEq Drillhole ID Hole Type Area From (m) To (m) Drill Interval (m) Ag g/t Au g/t AgEq g/t TW25-125 RC DPB East 220.98 222.50 1.52 76.41 2.010 257.3 TW25-127 RC DPB East 390.15 391.67 1.52 8.00 1.750 165.5 TW25-130 RC DPB East 188.98 190.50 1.52 290.00 3.300 587.0 TW25-132 RC DPB East 245.36 246.89 1.52 78.58 1.180 184.8 TW25-133 RC DPB East 280.42 283.47 3.05 129.08 1.575 270.8 TW25-133 RC DPB East 309.37 313.95 4.57 10.65 10.456 951.8 Including 309.37 310.90 1.52 15.73 21.467 1,948.0 TW25-128 RC Ohio 292.61 294.13 1.52 1,198.00 9.610 2,063.0 TW25-128 RC Ohio 297.18 298.71 1.52 219.00 1.720 373.8 TW25-131 RC Ohio 269.75 271.27 1.52 89.10 2.630 325.8 AgEq gpt=(Au gpt*90)+Ag gpt; True thickness unknown at this time; Cut-off grade is 150 gpt AgEq; RC = Reverse Circulation Drilling Drilling suggests the Merten vein extends eastward and is arched and dips southward. This orientation suggests multiple ring structures associated with the Fraction caldera. An inner structure hosting the Victor and DPB North (Denver and Paymaster) resources, and an outer, more southern, ring structure hosting DPB South (Merten and Bermuda) and the NW Stepout resources. The arching geometry of the Merten vein is similar to that described from the historic Ohio vein which was 15 metres thick when mined in the early 1900s1. Given the geometry and location, the Merten is potentially the extension of the Ohio vein. The mineralized zone traced by these assay results is new and not included in the 2024 resource. These results may have a substantive impact on the planned DPB South resource update scheduled for Q3 2025. Drillholes TW24-124, TW25-126 and TW25-129 did not return assay values above 150 g/t AgEq. TW24-124 and TW25-126 were in the DPB area while TW25-129 was collared in the Ohio area. These drillholes had mineralization which ranged between 49 to 60 g/t AgEq. Assays for three core holes, TXC25-133, -134 and -135 are pending. Figure 1: Tonopah West expansion potential To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Figure 2: Drillhole location map for Scout Drilling Program To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Figure 3: Geologic cross section along 478540E To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: Table 2: Drillhole location information for Scout Drilling Program (UTM NAD1927, Zone 11) Drillhole ID Area Type UTM_NAD27 E UTM_NAD27 N Elevation (m) Depth (m) Azimuth Inclination TW24-124 DPB South RC 478302.85 4213183.18 1791.54 411.48 180 -60 TW25-125 DPB South RC 478405.39 4213117.90 1797.06 304.80 0 -90 TW25-126 DPB South RC 478400.97 4213055.72 1799.52 409.96 0 -90 TW25-127 DPB South RC 478529.61 4213096.32 1804.59 422.15 180 -60 TW25-128 Ohio RC 479078.57 4213217.73 1841.08 330.71 120 -50 TW25-129 Ohio RC 478672.26 4213471.00 1805.18 335.28 180 -73 TW25-130 DPB South RC 478408.03 4213388.75 1792.68 403.86 0 -90 TW25-131 Ohio RC 478781.26 4213164.87 1826.77 342.90 120 -50 TW25-132 DPB South RC 478309.51 4213188.54 1791.67 464.82 0 -70 TW25-133 DPB South RC 478525.85 4212989.45 1808.48 431.29 0 -90 Quality Assurance/ Quality Control All sampling is conducted under the supervision of the Company's project geologists, and a strict chain of custody from the project to the sample preparation facility is implemented and monitored. The RC samples are hauled from the project site to a secure and fenced facility in Tonopah, Nevada, where they are loaded on to American Assay Laboratory's (AAL) flat-bed truck and delivered to AAL's facility in Sparks, Nevada. A sample submittal sheet is delivered to AAL personnel who organize and process the sample intervals pursuant to the Company's instructions. The RC samples are lined out at the lab and logged into AAL's system. The samples are dried, crushed to 85% passing 10 mesh (2mm) and a 250-gram sub-sample split is collected and pulverized to 200 mesh (74 micron) in a ring and puck pulverizer. Then the pulverized material is digested and analyzed for gold using fire assay fusion and an Induced Coupled Plasma (ICP) finish on a 30-gram assay split (FA-PB30-ICP). Silver is determined using five-acid digestion and ICP analysis (ICP-5AM48). Over limits for gold and silver are determined using a gravimetric finish (GRAVAU30 and GRAVAG30). Data verification of the assay and analytical results are completed to ensure accurate and verifiable results. Blackrock personnel insert a blind prep blank, lab blank or a certified reference material approximately every 15th to 20th sample. Qualified Persons Blackrock's exploration activities at Tonopah West are conducted and supervised by Mr. William Howald, Executive Chairman of Blackrock. Mr. William Howald, AIPG Certified Professional Geologist #11041, is a Qualified Person as defined under National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. He has reviewed and approved the contents of this news release. About Blackrock Silver Corp. Backed by gold and silver ounces in the ground, Blackrock is a junior precious metal focused exploration and development company driven to add shareholder value. Anchored by a seasoned Board of Directors, the Company is focused on its 100% controlled Nevada portfolio of properties consisting of low-sulphidation, epithermal gold and silver mineralization located along the established Northern Nevada Rift in north-central Nevada and the Walker Lane trend in western Nevada. Additional information on Blackrock Silver Corp. can be found on its website at and by reviewing its profile on SEDAR at Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements and Information This news release contains "forward-looking statements" and "forward-looking information" (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of Canadian and United States securities legislation, including the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this news release relate to, among other things: the Company's strategic plans; the Company's drill program at Tonopah West and the anticipated objectives and results therefrom; the Company's objective to connect the DPB and NW step-out areas; the Company's de-risking initiatives at Tonopah West; estimates of mineral resource quantities and qualities; estimates of mineralization from drilling geological information projected from sampling results; and the potential quantities and grades of the target zones and the potential addition of new high-grade tonnage to the Company's existing mineral resource estimate. These forward-looking statements reflect the Company's current views with respect to future events and are necessarily based upon a number of assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant operational, business, economic and regulatory uncertainties and contingencies. These assumptions include, among other things: conditions in general economic and financial markets; accuracy of assay results; geological interpretations from drilling results, timing and amount of capital expenditures; performance of available laboratory and other related services; future operating costs; the historical basis for current estimates of potential quantities and grades of target zones; the availability of skilled labour and no labour related disruptions at any of the Company's operations; no unplanned delays or interruptions in scheduled activities; all necessary permits, licenses and regulatory approvals for operations are received in a timely manner; the ability to secure and maintain title and ownership to properties and the surface rights necessary for operations; and the Company's ability to comply with environmental, health and safety laws. The foregoing list of assumptions is not exhaustive. The Company cautions the reader that forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements contained in this news release and the Company has made assumptions and estimates based on or related to many of these factors. Such factors include, without limitation: the timing and content of work programs; results of exploration activities and development of mineral properties; the interpretation and uncertainties of drilling results and other geological data; receipt, maintenance and security of permits and mineral property titles; environmental and other regulatory risks; project costs overruns or unanticipated costs and expenses; availability of funds; failure to delineate potential quantities and grades of the target zones based on historical data; general market and industry conditions; and those factors identified under the caption "Risks Factors" in the Company's most recent Annual Information Form. Forward-looking statements are based on the expectations and opinions of the Company's management on the date the statements are made. The assumptions used in the preparation of such statements, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date the statements were made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements included in this news release if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as otherwise required by applicable law. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. For Further Information, Contact: Andrew PollardPresident and Chief Executive Officer(604) 817-6044info@ 1 All historic production information from Nevada Bureau of Mines & Geology, Bulletin 51 To view the source version of this press release, please visit
