Community and Society
Over 3,000 vaccinated in San Pedro; islanders start getting the second jab
Island residents in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, have answered the call to vaccinate against COVID-19. As of Friday, May 7th, based on information from medical personnel, around 3,100 people have received the jab, with 71 islanders welcoming their second dose. As the vaccine rollout continues countrywide, the MOHW informed that over 46,000 people are currently vaccinated. The ministry appeals to Belizeans to sign up and get the vaccine.
Community and Society
BCVI conducts first eye exams on the island since the pandemic
After months without the monthly eye clinic at the Lions Den, a complimentary service offered by the Belize Council for the Visually Impaired (BCVI), the clinic resumed on Wednesday, May 5th. The free eye exams provided on a first-come basis take place every first Wednesday of the month.
Health
Ministry of Health & Wellness Celebrates Regional Fruit Day
On May 3, 2021, The Ministry of Health & Wellness Belize joins Central American countries and the Dominican Republic in celebrating Regional Fruit Day. This day is set aside to create awareness on the importance of having fruits in the diet, which in turn reduces the risk of developing certain non-communicable diseases. Observing this day also gives the opportunity to boost local fruit markets and improve the livelihoods of farmers along the value chain.
Health
PAHO/WHO and the Federal Republic of Germany donate laptops, MiFi devices, and vaccination cards to support the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ COVID-19 Vaccine...
As part of its support to the implementation of the Belize National COVID-19 Vaccine Deployment plan, the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) and the Federal Republic of Germany are donating to the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW).
Health
Ministry of Health & Wellness Receives Donation of Medical Equipment from the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan)
Hon. Michel Chebat, Minister of Health & Wellness, and H.E. David Kuan-Chou Chien, Ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan) to Belize, met on April 29th in Belmopan for a handing over of medical equipment.
Health
Belize Celebrates Vaccination Week in the Americas and World Immunization Week
Belize joins the Region of the Americas in celebrating the 19th Vaccination Week in the Americas (VWA) and 10th World Immunization Week from April 24 to 30. This year’s slogan is “Vaccines bring us closer. #GetVax”. The theme highlights how vaccines bring us closer to family and friends and a world without suffering from diseases such as polio and measles.
Community and Society
COVID-19 vaccine rollout sees large number of islanders getting the jab
The vaccine is being administered at the San Pedro Lions Den, where long lines of people have been observed. These people have pre-registered and were told when and at what time to show up for their first vaccine. The second dose of the vaccine is expected within eight or 12 after the first jab.
Community and Society
BCVI monthly eye exams to resume in San Pedro Town
The San Pedro Lions Club has announced the return of the monthly eye clinic offered by the Belize Council for the Visually Impaired (BCVI). The free eye screening service is available on the first Wednesday of the month on a first-come basis. The first clinic is May 5th, from 10:30AM to 3:30PM at the San Pedro Lions Den on Barrier Reef Drive.
