Ministry of Health & Wellness

08/05/2026

As we enter into the weekend, be aware of heat stress and protect yourself and your family during these hot days.

Untreated heat stress can lead to health emergencies and life-threatening situations.

08/05/2026

The Ministry of Health & Wellness Belize is in communication with CARPHA and all our other regional and international partners as we continue to closely monitor this situation.

CARPHA continues to support Member States with timely information and regional surveillance tools to help protect public health across the Caribbean.

Read the latest media release https://tinyurl.com/b3pubyed

08/05/2026

07/05/2026

The Ministry of Health & Wellness in collaboration with the of Education, Science and Technology announces its annual 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 scholarship call, 2026.

𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲: 𝐉une 30𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐6

Please visit link to apply:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wjKALtLmxz7Ap7rnJjsbB_HLQOwzepZM/view?usp=sharing

07/05/2026

The Ministry of Health & Wellness announces its annual 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 scholarship call, 2026.

𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲: June 29th, 2026

Please visit link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15NYh_9KKhDSe_1pK66auPKXPl8HqT_KS/view?usp=sharing

07/05/2026

Ministry of Health and Wellness Receives ICT Equipment to Strengthen Maternal and Child Health Services

Belize City, Belize, May 06, 2026 (PAHO) – Through the project, "Strengthening the EMTCT Strategy with Maternal and Child Health Services (MCH)," the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW) received ten all-in-one desktop computers and one video projector to strengthen maternal and child health services.

Funded by the India-UN Development Partnership Fund, through the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC), and implemented by the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), the project supported efforts to advance progress toward eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B, and Chagas disease across the Caribbean.

The donated equipment will directly support frontline health services by improving data management, strengthening surveillance, enhancing laboratory coordination, and helping healthcare providers deliver more efficient, timely, and integrated care for mothers and children.

By strengthening these critical areas, progress can be sustained in countries like Belize, which have already achieved EMTCT validation, while helping other countries move closer to this milestone.
The handover underscored the importance of partnership and shared commitment to ending preventable transmission of diseases and securing a healthier future for all.

About PAHO/WHO
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) works with the countries of the Americas to improve the health and quality of life of their populations. Founded in 1902, it is the world’s oldest international public health agency.
It also serves as the Regional Office of WHO for the Americas and is the specialized health agency of the Inter-American system. For further information, please contact blzmail@paho.org or visit paho.org/en/belize.

Ministry of Health & Wellness
PAHO Caribbean

06/05/2026

This morning to kick-off Nurses week, the Ministry of Health & Wellness was pleased to sit on the set of Open your Eyes, Morning show with the Director of Nursing Services, KHMHA, Kesilyn Lizama and as well with the Vice President of the Nurses Association of Belize, Javier Ortiz to celebrate our nurses this week from May 6th - 12th.

We were also grateful for the opportunity to speak on our shared collaboration efforts for the development of Nursing in Belize.

As mentioned by our Chief Nursing Officer, Lizett Bell, we encourage everyone to celebrate with us. Do your part, "Be nice to a nurse this week, be extra nice this week and everyday."

A Happy Nurses Week to all our nurses countrywide.

05/05/2026

Hand Hygiene Day is observed every year on May 5, providing an opportunity for countries to launch awareness campaigns that focus on the vital role of handwashing in preventing the transmission of infections and diseases.

Maintaining proper hand hygiene entails washing hands with soap and water for no less than 40 seconds or applying hand sanitizer when soap is not accessible for not less than 20 seconds.

This straightforward yet powerful practice can considerably lower the chances of contracting illnesses like colds, flu, and other more severe infections.

By emphasizing hand hygiene, individuals aid in fostering a healthier society, safeguarding themselves and others, and assisting in the prevention of outbreaks, which underscores its importance in daily routines of life.

In celebration of Hand Hygiene Day in Belize 2026, all health regions will showcase hand hygiene practices at health facilities among healthcare workers to improve their hand hygiene techniques through practical demonstrations.

05/05/2026

The Ministry of Health and Wellness was present on the fairgrounds of the National Agriculture and Trade Show (NATS) over the past three days working with vendors and service providers to conduct food safety inspections and mass gathering surveillance for any health-related conditions and infectious diseases.

We are grateful to our regional partner, Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and as well for all our local stakeholder partners working with us on the grounds.

Thank you to all our frontline workers and well to the persons who called us on our toll-free number all in an effort to keep everyone safe at this year’s NATS.

03/05/2026

During this long Labour Day weekend for the National Agriculture and Trade Show, remember: if you drink, don’t drive.
Alcohol slows your reaction, affects your judgment, and puts lives at risk.

Plan ahead, choose a designated driver, call a taxi, or arrange a safe ride home. Enjoy the weekend, celebrate responsibly, and keep our roads safe.
"Don’t Drink and Drive. Arrive Alive"