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hospital
Community and Society
Construction for San Pedro hospital to start in early 2023
San Pedranos have been waiting for a hospital in San Pedro Town for decades. The past administration spoke about the much-needed health center for the island, but the project never materialized. Under the People’s United Party (PUP), the new administration pledged to deliver on the promise. In March, they confirmed that funds were secured via a grant from the Republic of China (Taiwan). On Independence Day this year, Area Representative Honourable Andre Perez reaffirmed the commitment and said that a ground-breaking for the hospital should take place early in 2023.
Community and Society
Prime Minister Briceño announces hospital for San Pedro Town
As previously indicated by Area Representative Honourable Andre Perez regarding the securement of funds for building a hospital in San Pedro Town, on Tuesday, March 15th, it was confirmed that islanders would finally get the long-awaited medical facility. Briceño announced during his budget presentation saying that the financing for the island hospital is a $33 million grant from the people and government of the Republic of China (Taiwan).
Community and Society
Minister Chebat hands over medical equipment to San Pedro’s Polyclinic; Hospital in the pipeline
On Tuesday, March 9th, the Minister of Health and Wellness (MOHW), the Honourable Michel Chebat, handed over around $14,000 worth of medical equipment to...
Community and Society
PM Barrow confirms funds for new schools in Ambergris Caye; money for island hospital yet to be secured
Barrow stated that funds for such schools have been secured, however, the Government of Belize is still seeking for additional funding for the island’s hospital.
Health
Minister Heredia assures hospital in San Pedro by 2020
The rapid growth of the municipality has many island residents wanting a proper medical facility, which Area Representative and Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, Honourable Manuel Heredia Jr., hopes to complete by the end of his term in 2020.
Community and Society
Island residents demand better medical services
A peaceful demonstration demanding better health care services for San Pedro Town took place on Thursday, March 16th at the town’s Central Park.
Government
Government Primary School to come in 2016
Area Representative and Minister of Tourism, Culture and Civil Aviation Honorable Manuel Heredia is continuing his efforts to have a government school built on...
Community and Society
Presenting the newly renamed Dr Otto Rodriguez Polyclinic II
At the grounds of the newly renamed Dr. Otto Rodriguez Polyclinic II, health officials, businesspeople, invited guests and community members witnessed the unveiling of...
