Community and Society
Members of the Chinese community on the island get their jab of the Sinopharm vaccine
On Tuesday, May 25th, dozens of members from the Chinese community in San Pedro Town made their way to the island’s Lions Den to get their first dose of the Sinopharm vaccine against COVID-19. This is the second vaccine available in Belize besides the Oxford-AstraZeneca, and it has attracted the Chinese community because it is made in their country of origin.
Community and Society
Blood drive held in honor of baby Everlett Sturmberg collects 29 pints
In honor of baby Everlett Sturmberg, the Belize Red Cross-San Pedro branch had a blood drive on Saturday, May 22nd, and collected 29 pints of the vital liquid. The drive took place at the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II. A dollar drive was also conducted by volunteers collecting a total of $213.91.
Health
New Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine now available to Belizeans
As the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine rollout continues across Belize, a new brand is now available to the public. The Sinopharm vaccine against COVID-19, donated by the United Arab Emirates in early April to Belize, has finally been approved for emergency use by the World Health Organization. In Belize, this vaccine will be offered to persons in phases one through three or anyone who is yet to get the first jab.
Health
SINOPHARM Vaccines Now Available to Public
The Ministry of Health & Wellness announces that the SINOPHARM BBIP COVID-19 vaccine will be available to persons in phases one, two and three as of May 18, 2021.
Education
MOE’s Statement on COVID-19 Cases in Schools
The Ministry of Education (MOE) continues to monitor the schools that have reported COVID-19 cases since returning to face-to-face instruction. The ministry assures parents and the public that protocols continue to be strictly followed.
Health
Ministry of Health & Wellness Observes World Hypertension Day
The Ministry of Health & Wellness observed World Hypertension Day under the theme “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer" on May 17th, 2021.
Government
World Health Organization Lists SINOPHARM COVID-19 Vaccine for Emergency Use
National Biotec Group. On April 8, 2021, the Government of Belize received a donation of 10,000 doses of the SINOPHARM BIBP COVID-19 vaccine from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). At this time, the ministry is preparing to include this vaccine into its COVID-19 vaccine schedule. The public will be informed of that date accordingly.
Community and Society
The second shipment of COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Belize
Belize received its second shipment of the Oxford AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines through the COVAX facility on Wednesday, May 12th. The shipment of 33,600 doses was received by the Chief Executive Officer of the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) Deysi Mendez and personnel from the ministry.