Central Medical Laboratory Belize

19/02/2026

19/02/2026

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11/02/2026

Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
February 11th 2026
From Vision to Impact: Redefining STEM by Closing the Gender Gap!
This year’s theme highlights the role of new and emerging technologies, such as AI, Cybersecurity and sustainability, with an emphasis on practical solutions. These include promoting positive role models, addressing biases and fostering inclusive, family-friendly workplace cultures.

Proud to celebrate the brilliant women and girls driving innovation in laboratory science and healthcare every day. At Central Medical Laboratory, we remain committed to building an inclusive future where talent, curiosity, and dedication—regardless of gender—shape the future of diagnostics and public health. 🔬✨

11/02/2026

25/01/2026

The Central Medical Laboratory (CML), through the Belize National Blood Transfusion Services, continues to ensure that adequate supplies of blood and blood products are available nationwide. We maintain appropriate national stock levels and remain committed to meeting all clinical requests across Belize.

25/01/2026

Central Medical Laboratory Phlebotomist Graduates Successfully

The Central Medical Laboratory proudly congratulates Mr. Mark Bethran, Phlebotomist, on his successful completion and graduation from a Phlebotomy Training Program.

Mr. Bethran’s accomplishment reflects his dedication to professional growth and strengthens the laboratory’s capacity to deliver quality and reliable diagnostic services.

Phlebotomy plays a vital role in healthcare through safe blood collection for testing and medical evaluation, requiring strong training in infection control, patient care, and proper specimen handling.

The Central Medical Laboratory commends Mr. Bethran on this achievement and looks forward to his continued contribution toward improved patient care and excellence.

08/01/2026

What are the risks of antimicrobial resistance?

📉 Less effective treatments
🐖 Economic losses due to sick animals
🥩 Risks to food safety
👥 Threat to public health

Remember flu, colds, and most respiratory infections are caused by viruses, not bacteria.

Antibiotics won’t help, and using them incorrectly speeds up antimicrobial resistance.

Using antimicrobials correctly today ensures they work tomorrow!

👉 Learn more at https://www.paho.org/en/topics/antimicrobial-resistance

08/01/2026

🎉Happy 25th Anniversary of Service, Mr. Chan!🎉

Today we proudly celebrate Mr. Juvencio Fortunato Chan 25 years of dedicated service to Central Medical Laboratory, Ministry of Health and Wellness, a remarkable quarter century of commitment to the people and country of Belize 🇧🇿.

Throughout his career, Mr. Chan has served on multiple laboratory benches, including Serology, Chemistry, and Hematology, and has contributed his expertise at several key postings such as KHMH STAT Laboratory, Dangriga (5 months), Punta Gorda Laboratory (2 weeks), and Western Regional Laboratory, where he served as Laboratory Supervisor for three years.

Now, as a Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist and the current Supervisor of Central Medical Laboratory, Mr. Chan continues to lead with professionalism, dedication, and excellence.

His contributions have truly strengthened laboratory services and positively impacted countless lives across Belize.

👏 Join me in saluting Mr. Juvencio Chan as we celebrate this incredible milestone, 25 years of service, leadership, and commitment! 👏

01/01/2026

If you’re feeling sick, stay home 🤒.

If you have flu symptoms, wear a mask if you must go out 😷, and seek medical care if you have difficulty breathing 🏥.

Let’s make our celebrations safer for all.

01/01/2026

Be mindful of those at higher risk of severe illness from respiratory viruses 🤒.
When gathering with family and friends, follow preventive measures 🧼.

Protect yourself and your loved ones with simple steps that help reduce the risk for everyone.

31/12/2025

Where colonies grow, colors emerge, and even agar plates can celebrate.
To all microbiologists turning microbes into messages and science into art —may the new year bring clean cultures, reproducible results, fewer contaminants, and lots of beautiful growth (only where you want it 😉).
Here’s to another year of curiosity, precision, and passion in the lab.
Happy New Year! 🧪🎉