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Ten countries in the Americas report measles outbreaks in 2025
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is urging countries in the Americas to strengthen immunization activities, enhance disease surveillance and rapid response interventions, as measles cases continue to rise in the region. As of 8 August 2025, a total of 10,139 confirmed measles cases and 18 related deaths have been reported across ten countries, representing a 34-fold increase compared to the same period in 2024.
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PAHO/WHO partners with Belize in the New “Towards a Smoke-Free and Emission-Free Latin America” Initiative
Belize has been selected as one of four countries to participate in a landmark regional effort: “Towards a Smoke-Free and Emission-Free Latin America” Initiative, spearheaded by the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW). This strategic initiative aimed to bolster national efforts to reduce the health, economic, and environmental burden of tobacco use and exposure to tobacco smoke, while reinforcing global commitments to public health and sustainability, building on the 2020 South America smoke-free milestone.
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PAHO/WHO and the Ministry of Health and Wellness Join Forces to Strengthen Mental Health Services in Belize
In an effort to expand access to quality mental health services in Belize, the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW) and funding support from the European Union-Funded Health Sector Support Programme Project, launched a four-day Training of Trainers Workshop on the WHO’s Mental Health Gap Action Programme Intervention Guide (mhGAP-IG) 2.0 for psychiatric nurse practitioners and medical officers from all health regions, countrywide.
Community and Society
PAHO/WHO Belize and the Ministry of Health and Wellness Advances Diagnostic Coding for Health through ICD-11 Capacity Building
Through the Universal Health Coverage Partnership (UHCP), the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) and the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW) advance digital health data management with the implementation of the International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision (ICD-11) within the Clinical Data Exchange Platform (CDEP).
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Belize Police Officers Undergo Intensive Four-Day Mental Health Training
On June 9th, police officers from across Belize began a four-day mental health training program. Representing the San Pedro Branch were Sergeant 456 Edwardo Patt and Corporal 102 Andre Almendarez. The training, spearheaded by the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW) and the Belize Police Department, aimed to equip officers with essential skills for self-care and effective crisis response.
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PAHO/WHO Belize, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness and the Belize Police Force, hosts Training of Trainers on the Revised Mental...
The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW) and the Belize Police Force, launched a four-day training for seventy-five police officers.
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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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Awareness Fair held to commemorate World Diabetes Day
November 14, 2024, is World Diabetes Day, a global initiative to raise awareness about diabetes and its impact. In Belize, where an estimated 21,745 individuals are affected by this disease, the observance is particularly significant because diabetes is the fourth leading cause of death in the country. To commemorate this day, the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) launched a campaign titled "Access to Diabetes Care," highlighting the importance of understanding diabetes risk and ensuring timely access to medical information.
