AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAgriculture & Nutrition Research: CARDI launched its first Agricultural Research and Innovation Symposium (ARIS) in the region, aiming to move science beyond labs to strengthen food and nutrition security and build climate-resilient farming. Wildlife & Public Health Education: Belize Wildlife Referral Clinic inaugurated a One Health Education Lab in Cayo, training people on wildlife conflict and safer coexistence. Wildlife Safety Guidance: A wildlife veterinarian stressed that proper responses to wild animals mean freezing and letting them move away—no running, talking, or touching, and especially no “touching baby” myths. Medical Education & Accreditation: University of Belize School of Medicine is finalizing its submission for provisional regional accreditation, meeting U.S. medical schools to learn best practices for curriculum, student success, and funding. Regional Health Leadership: Belize began a six-month chair role at COMISCA, pledging cooperation on non-communicable diseases, workforce strengthening, medicines access, and emergency response. Community Health Through Schools: PAHO and OAS shared new guidance to promote healthy eating and physical activity in schools. Food Production Oversight: Ministry of Agriculture visited a CRESAP-funded pasture-based egg facility in Orange Walk, highlighting animal welfare and low medication use. Child Protection: A 15-year-old in Orange Walk reported alleged child sexual abuse from 2018; police recorded statements and a medical exam was done, with an investigation underway. Safe Migration Process: Belize received its first migrant under the Safe Third Country Agreement with the U.S., with immigration, security, and administrative checks completed.
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