NHI Expansion: Ambergris Hope Hospital in San Pedro will become an NHI provider for select radiology and lab services starting Aug. 1, with ultrasound, X-ray and lab tests available Mon–Fri 8am–5pm and Sat 8am–12noon, but patients must first get a referral from their registered primary care clinic and show a valid Social Security card. Medicine Safety Milestone: Belize has achieved full membership in the WHO Programme for International Drug Monitoring (PIDM) with PAHO support, strengthening national pharmacovigilance and post-marketing surveillance. Water Safety in Prisons: The Ministry of Health and Wellness says it continues monitoring water quality at Kolbe Central Prison after Sept. 2025 concerns about fecal coliform in well water used for food prep, washing, bathing and flushing, while noting potable water is supplied for human consumption. Diabetes Support for Youth: Belize Diabetes and Hypertension Association is running a Diabetes Warriors Youth Summer Camp (July 27–30) for young people with Type 1 diabetes, focusing on monitoring, treatment routines and peer support. Climate & Child Health: UNICEF and the Government launched a Climate Landscape Analysis for Children Plus report, highlighting how climate change and environmental pressures affect children and other vulnerable groups and calling for cross-sector action. Public Health Governance: Belize joined PAHO’s RedFESP network during a regional seminar on institutionalizing Essential Public Health Functions.