Medical Access in Belize: U.S. ophthalmologist Dr. Bret Wagenhorst returned after a five-day mission in northern Belize, helping perform 103 eye surgeries (including cataract and pterygium) and completing 450+ eye exams for patients with limited access to care. Emergency Care Upgrade: Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital Authority appointed Patient Flow Officers to improve Accident & Emergency movement—aiming to cut waiting times, speed lab/imaging follow-ups, and improve bed allocation and discharge planning. Public Health Alert (Bird Flu): Belize Agricultural Health Authority issued an HPAI advisory as surveillance ramps up after outbreaks in Honduras and Costa Rica, urging reporting of sick/dead birds and strict farm biosecurity. Injury & Justice: An elderly woman was hospitalized after an alleged hit-and-run in Santa Elena; her family is demanding stronger charges and help with medical bills after the suspected driver was granted bail. HIV Update: Belize reports progress against HIV (adult prevalence ~1.2%, new infections down ~30% since 2010) but highlights ongoing gaps in testing, treatment, long-term care, and stigma. Regional Relief (Health Supplies): CARICOM-led shipments to earthquake-hit Venezuela include Belize medical supplies and water tanks, as relief efforts shift from rescue to recovery. Forest Protection: Corozal Sustainable Future Initiative says illegal logging signs were found in the North Eastern Biological Corridor, with a tractor and chainsaw confiscated in coordination with the Forest Department.