Health
2019 International Day of Yoga to be hosted at Ak’Bol
Yoga enthusiasts will convene at Ak’Bol on Sunday, June 23rd for the 5th Annual International Day of Yoga – San Pedro Chapter. Celebrated across Belize, this special day sees local yoga instructors combine classes at one select location to provide a unique experience for participants. Everyone, from first timers to advanced practitioners, are invited to this free event.
Health
Belize Medical Associates San Pedro Clinic to open on Jun 17th, take a look inside!
The highly anticipated Belize Medical Associates (BMA) San Pedro Clinic located north of Ambergris Caye, on the premises of Grand Caribe Resort has confirmed that it will be opening its doors on Monday, June 17th. The clinic will offer day medical services to the general public, which includes physician consultations, full clinical laboratory, pharmacy, digital X-rays, and ultrasound services.
Health
Public Advisory on Illegal Peddling of Medicines
Two recent inspections resulted in the identification and subsequent confiscation of these types of products and other related supplies from peddlers/street vendors. The Ministry advises that peddling of medicines is illegal.
Health
Ramon’s Village and SP BTIA donate medical supplies to Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II
Medical equipment donated included wall-mount blood pressure gauges, stethoscopes, otoscope tips, ECG electrodes, tourniquets, scissors, band-aids, alcohol prep pads, and much more. These essential supplies are used daily at the polyclinic.
Health
Ministry of Health hands over fitness equipment to San Pedro Town
The donation was a joint effort with the Embassy of Taiwan in Belize to promote a healthy lifestyle. The equipment will be installed in a public area and made available to island residents at no cost.
Health
Ministry of Health Measles Alert: Risk of measles continues to grow for Belize
The Ministry of Health reminds the public that the risk of measles continues to grow for Belize with neighboring countries reporting measles cases.
Health
Belize Medical Associates to open branch on Ambergris Caye
According to Belize Medical Associates, the clinic will offer medical services to the general public with physician consultations, full clinical laboratory, pharmacy, digital X-rays and ultrasound services.
Community and Society
San Pedro Smile Center Dental Clinic celebrates 13 years of service
For the past 13 years, the San Pedro Smile Center Dental Clinic, located at the Holy Cross Anglican School (HCAS) in the San Mateo Area of San Pedro Town, has been hosting volunteers that provide free dental services to Belizean children and other members of the community.