Community and Society
San Pedro Town braces for COVID-19; holiday and special events cancelled
Authorities at the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) announced on Tuesday, March 17th via a press release that specific measures will be implemented to ensure the safety of residents from the COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
Health
Labour Ministry Meets with KHMH Management and Workers Union
On March 16, 2020, the Ministry of Labour facilitated two meetings between the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital (KHMH) Workers Union and the KHMH Authority Board of Directors and Management. Representatives of the Ministry of Health and the Labour Department also participated.
Health
Sporting league and activities schedules affected by COVID-19 pandemic
The current semi-pro sporting leagues in football and basketball are postponed amidst the pandemic COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
Health
Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) Donates Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) to the Ministry of Health
On Monday, March 16, 2020, the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) donated personal protective equipment (PPEs) as part of the continuous support to the Ministry of Health in responding to the declared COVID-19 pandemic.
Business & Economy
COVID-19: Belize Announces New Response Measures
A range of new measures, taken at the first meeting of the COVID-19 National Oversight Committee, co-chaired by the Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition, were announced as part of response to the imminent threat of COVID-19.
Health
NEMO Belize Rural South producing COVID-19 preparedness signs in San Pedro Town
In response to the increase of COVID-19 cases within the Caribbean region, the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) branch in Ambergris Caye has produced a number of laminated preparedness signs to be distributed all over the island. The signs will be delivered within the week to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, hoteliers, gyms, and grocery stores on the island by a NEMO team member. All printing was provided courtesy of The San Pedro Town Council.
Health
PM Barrow addresses the nation in regard to COVID-19 Pandemic
After WHO declared the Coronavirus (COVID-19) a pandemic, Belize's Prime Minister Dean Barrow addressed his people on the government's plans should COVID-19 arrive in our country.
Community and Society
Smile Clinic continues at Holy Cross
The San Pedro Smile Center Dental Clinic, located at the Holy Cross Anglican School (HCAS) in the San Mateo Area of San Pedro Town, hosted its second session of dental services to Belizean children and other members of the community on March 2nd and concluded March 5th. Doctor Mark Johnson of Annandale, Minnesota USA, founded the clinic in 2005 and has continued this volunteer effort along with his wife, Dr. Joan Johnson, ever since.