On Tuesday, the National Health Insurance (NHI) team met with medical professionals in Belmopan to talk about rolling out NHI in the area. The government is getting ready to accept bids from primary care providers to serve Belmopan residents under the NHI program. They aim
In November, Minister of Health and Wellness Kevin Bernard and Special Envoy for the Development of Families and Children Rosanna Briceño met with health officials to discuss Belize’s Memorandum of Understanding with Merida's Hospital Horan. The government aims to provide treatment access for juvenile cancer
Recently, there have been reports of a shortage of Risperidone in Belize. This medication is crucial for treating psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia because it's both affordable and effective. We spoke with the Minister of Health and Wellness, Kevin Bernard, about the ministry’s plan to tackle
Since his inauguration a few weeks ago, President Donald Trump has cut funding for several foreign aid initiatives. This decision has impacted various programs in Belize, especially those providing healthcare assistance. We spoke with Minister of Health, Kevin Bernard, to find out how Belize plans
Belize is facing a worrying rise in cervical cancer cases, a disease that is entirely preventable. Despite this, it's still one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide, especially in low-income countries like Belize. To tackle this pressing issue, the Belize Cancer Society, the
To wrap up tonight's newscast, we're excited to share the opening of a new USpace in San Ignacio. This initiative, driven by the Ministry of Education and UNICEF, aims to provide students with a vibrant space to learn, experiment, and innovate using digital tools. Now,
The Government of Belize is expected to introduce the National Symbols Bill, 2025, which aims to formally establish and regulate the use of Belize’s national symbols. The bill outlines legal protections for key national emblems, including the national flag, national anthem, coat of arms, and
Alberto August, Opposition Member of the Elections & Boundaries Commission, has criticised the Facebook blog “Hot Off The Press” for spreading misleading information regarding the assignment of political colours for the 2025 General Election. August said, "This is in response to the grossly misleading post broadcast
A man dying just one hour after being discharged from the Northern Regional Hospital (NRH) has brought attention to the hospital once more. According to reports, the incident has triggered an investigation into potential medical malpractice. When asked about the incident, Minister of Health and Wellness
Today, Stella Maris School held a candlelight vigil to honour little Gabriel Orellano, an autistic student who tragically lost his life after wandering off campus. As we have reported before, little Gabriel drowned in the sea near the hangar area in Belize City after leaving the
