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Ministry of Health & Wellness Warns the Public Against Consumption of Royal Honey
The Ministry of Health & Wellness (MOHW) is advising the public against the purchase and consumption of a product in circulation labelled as Royal Honey. This is a product marketed for sexual enhancement.
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Health Officials Confirm Measles Outbreak in the West; San Pedro Remains Clear
While no measles cases have been reported in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, health authorities have confirmed an ongoing outbreak in the Spanish Lookout community in western Belize. According to the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), the affected individuals are believed to have traveled recently to Chihuahua, Mexico. The government is advising the public to exercise caution when visiting affected areas, although the total number of confirmed cases remains undetermined.
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Ministry of Health and Wellness work to reduce suicide rates in Belize
Suicide cases in Belize often go unreported due to ethical guidelines surrounding media coverage. Nevertheless, such incidents occur each year, prompting officials from the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) to raise awareness about preventing these tragic deaths and to encourage individuals to seek help. Reports indicate an increase in suicides in the country, and the ministry urges anyone in need of assistance to call 822-2325.
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Journalists Face Increased Risk of Mental Health Challenges
Journalism can be a demanding profession, often exposing reporters to high-stress environments and emotionally charged situations as they fulfil their daily responsibilities. Without a proper balance between work and personal life, this intense routine can take a toll on a journalist’s mental health. This concern was recently addressed during a workshop organized by the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), where mental health issues affecting media professionals and others in similar fields were explored.
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Routine blood drive collects over 40 pints
Residents of San Pedro once again answered the call to support their community by participating in a blood drive on Saturday, May 3rd. The event took place at the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II, where 50 individuals turned out to donate. Following evaluations, 41 pints of blood were successfully collected.
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Recent outbreaks in the Americas underscore need to urgently address immunization gaps, PAHO Director says
As countries in the Americas confront outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles and yellow fever, Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, called for urgent action to address gaps in immunization coverage.
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Belizean Journalists receive training on how to report on mental health issues and suicide
The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) hosted a mental health and suicide training session for the media on April 29th and 30th. The goal of the training was to equip journalists with the skills to report responsibly on mental illness and suicide in a way that does not jeopardize victims or convey harmful messages. The two-day event occurred at the Best Western Plus Belize Biltmore in Belize City, where news reporters, influencers, and communication officers learned new techniques for addressing this sensitive topic.
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Increased number of measles cases has been detected in Belize
The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) has reported additional measles cases confirmed in the country. Earlier in April, two cases were confirmed involving two teenagers who recently traveled to Mexico, where over 400 measles cases have been reported since January. Following this initial detection, an additional five cases were identified among the teenagers' close contacts. These cases, which were epidemiologically linked to the first two, were confirmed clinically between April 9 and April 13.
