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This morning, our Minister of Health, Hon. Kevin Bernard, had the pleasure of visiting the dedicated team from Partners ...
01/02/2026

This morning, our Minister of Health, Hon. Kevin Bernard, had the pleasure of visiting the dedicated team from Partners for Medical Relief, a non-profit organization that has been providing critical medical care to those in need in Belize since 2004.

During his visit, Minister Bernard met with the leadership team, including:

* Dr. Yen Hsieh, Medical Director and ENT and Plastic Surgeon, who recently joined the University of California and the Los Angeles Childrenโ€™s Hospital.
* Erica Alcibiade, DO, Medical Director and anesthesiologist, who has participated in numerous medical mission trips to Belize and other countries.
* Mandy Morrison, Nursing Director and RN, who has served in Belize for many years and is also a facial plastic team member at the University of Cincinnati.

We are grateful for the incredible work that Partners for Medical Relief does in our country. Their team provides life-changing medical services, including:

Plastic surgery to repair cleft palates and improve quality of life
ENT services to remove thyroids and alleviate breathing difficulties
Tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies to improve respiratory health

Their selfless dedication to providing critical medical care has made a significant impact on the lives of countless Belizeans. We are proud to partner with them in their mission to improve healthcare outcomes in our country.

Thank you, Partners for Medical Relief, for your tireless efforts in helping us build a healthier Belize!

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฟThe Honourable Dr. Lackram Bodoe, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Dr. Rishad Seecheran, Minister in the Mini...
30/01/2026

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฟ

The Honourable Dr. Lackram Bodoe, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Dr. Rishad Seecheran, Minister in the Ministry of Health, welcomed the Honourable Kevin Bernard, Minister of Health & Wellness of Belize, to the Ministry of Health Corporate Headquarters for discussions on matters of mutual interest and regional collaboration.

Dr. Lisa Indar, Executive Director of the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), also participated in todayโ€™s meeting.

PRESS RELEASEThe Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital Authority (KHMHA) has issued an official statement addressing recent con...
30/01/2026

PRESS RELEASE

The Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital Authority (KHMHA) has issued an official statement addressing recent concerns surrounding neonatal and pediatric care.

We encourage the public to review the full statement and stay informed through official channels.

VACANCY NOTICEThe Ministry of Health and Wellness, through the National Tuberculosis/HIV Program, invites applications f...
27/01/2026

VACANCY NOTICE

The Ministry of Health and Wellness, through the National Tuberculosis/HIV Program, invites applications for two (2) Adherence Counselor positions , one at Corozal Community Hospital and one at Punta Gorda Community Hospital.

Successful candidates will work under the supervision of the Primary Care Coordinator and Chief of Staff, in collaboration with the National Tuberculosis/HIV Program, to strengthen client access to comprehensive medical care and accurate health information.

Qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

PRESS RELEASE  Statement by the Ministry of Health and Wellness Belmopan, January 25, 2026.  The Ministry of Health and ...
25/01/2026

PRESS RELEASE

Statement by the Ministry of Health and Wellness

Belmopan, January 25, 2026.

The Ministry of Health and Wellness expresses its condolences to the family of Jenny Pinelo on the passing of her baby. The Ministry also takes the opportunity to share information to clarify some concerns that relatives and the public may have.

Contrary to media reports, the reported lack of platelets did not contribute to the death of Jenny Pineloโ€™s baby.

Between January 15 and January 22, 2026, 76 units of platelets were delivered to the Karl Huesner Memorial Hospital (KHMH) upon request.

On January 21, the KHMH requested 18 units of platelets from the blood bank, which were immediately supplied. Again, on January 22, another request came from KHMH for 23 units, and again it was honoured immediately. All requests for platelets for Jenny Pinelo were honoured immediately.

It should be noted that the blood issued to patients is not necessarily the blood units donated by the respective replacement donors; the shelf life of a blood unit is 90 days. The purpose of the blood bank is to screen and store blood so it is always readily available. However, every effort is made for the relatives to replace the blood used.

Once a medical practitioner makes a request for blood for a patient, that request is honoured.

The Blood Bank of Belize has no shortage of blood, blood products, supplies, or reagents to screen the blood. Blood drives are conducted continuously countrywide to ensure there is always an appropriate stock.

At the national level, all public hospitals, including the KHMH, have sufficient stock available, especially on weekends. A medical technologist is ALWAYS on call, should there be a need.

The public is assured that the blood bank is given priority to ensure that all necessary reagents and supplies to provide blood and blood products are available.

Ends

Minister of Health and Wellness, Hon. Kevin Bernard, together with the Area Representatives for the Toledo District, Hon...
23/01/2026

Minister of Health and Wellness, Hon. Kevin Bernard, together with the Area Representatives for the Toledo District, Hon. Oscar Requena of Toledo West and Hon. Osmund Martinez of Toledo East, met with the consultant assigned to conduct the feasibility study for the construction of two new hospitals, one in Orange Walk and one in Punta Gorda Town.

The Minister described the meeting as productive, noting that it established clear next steps toward advancing these important healthcare infrastructure projects. The visit to the south also provided an opportunity for Minister Bernard to engage with staff at the Isabela Palma Polyclinic in San Antonio and the Hillside Health Care Clinic, reaffirming the Ministryโ€™s ongoing commitment to strengthening healthcare services throughout Belize.

VACANCY NOTICEThe Ministry of Health & Wellness invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of Proj...
22/01/2026

VACANCY NOTICE

The Ministry of Health & Wellness invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of Project Accountant.

All relevant details, requirements, and application instructions are outlined in the attached documents.

The Ministry of Health & Wellness cordially invites residents of Dangriga Town and surrounding villages to an informatio...
21/01/2026

The Ministry of Health & Wellness cordially invites residents of Dangriga Town and surrounding villages to an information session on the Over-the-Counter Medicines List for General Sale.

This session forms part of ongoing efforts to promote the safe supply and responsible use of over-the-counter medicines.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
โฐ Time: 10:00 AM
๐Ÿ“ Venue: Commerce Bight, Dangriga Town

Members of the public, vendors, and other stakeholders are encouraged to attend.

The Ministry of Health & Wellness cordially invites residents of Corozal Town and surrounding villages to an information...
21/01/2026

The Ministry of Health & Wellness cordially invites residents of Corozal Town and surrounding villages to an information session on the Over-the-Counter Medicines List for General Sale.

This session forms part of ongoing efforts to promote the safe supply and responsible use of over-the-counter medicines.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
โฐ Time: 10:00 AM
๐Ÿ“ Venue: Corozal District Education Center, Corozal Town

Members of the public, vendors, and other stakeholders are encouraged to attend.

The Ministry of Health & Wellness cordially invites the public of Orange Walk Town and surrounding villages to an inform...
21/01/2026

The Ministry of Health & Wellness cordially invites the public of Orange Walk Town and surrounding villages to an information session on the Over-the-Counter Medicines List for General Sale.

This session forms part of efforts to support the safe supply and responsible use of over-the-counter medicines.

๐Ÿ“… Date: Thursday, January 22
โฐ Time: 2:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Venue: Phillip Alvarez Park, Orange Walk Town

Members of the public, vendors, and stakeholders are encouraged to attend.

16/01/2026

Minister of Health & Wellness, Hon. Kevin Bernard, addresses every doctor, nurse, midwife, community health worker, technician, support staff, administrator, and volunteer across Belize.

He reaffirms a clear and unwavering commitment to strengthen the national health care system, improve working conditions, expand access to quality care, and ensure that those who care for Belize are themselves supported and valued.

๐Ž๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ-๐ญ๐ก๐ž-๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ ๐Œ๐ž๐๐ข๐œ๐ข๐ง๐ž๐ฌ ๐‹๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐†๐ž๐ง๐ž๐ซ๐š๐ฅ ๐’๐š๐ฅ๐ž information session for Belmopan and surrounding areas tomorrow, Wednes...
13/01/2026

๐Ž๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ-๐ญ๐ก๐ž-๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ ๐Œ๐ž๐๐ข๐œ๐ข๐ง๐ž๐ฌ ๐‹๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐†๐ž๐ง๐ž๐ซ๐š๐ฅ ๐’๐š๐ฅ๐ž information session for Belmopan and surrounding areas tomorrow, Wednesday, January 14th, 2026.

For more information contact the Drug Inspectorate Unit at 880-2363 or at email: inspectoratemohw@health.gov.bz.

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