AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoNHI Expansion in San Pedro: Ambergris Hope Hospital has become an NHI provider for select radiology and lab services, starting Aug. 1. Eligible patients can get ultrasounds, X-rays, and lab tests after a referral from their registered primary care clinic, using a valid Social Security card. Prison Water Safety: The Ministry of Health and Wellness responded to concerns about contaminated well water at Kolbe Central Prison, where earlier testing reportedly found fecal coliform; officials say potable water is supplied for consumption while well water is used for other purposes, with ongoing monitoring. Climate Risks for Children: A new UNICEF Belize report, launched July 17, maps how climate change, disasters, and environmental pressures affect children and other vulnerable groups, urging cross-sector action. Diabetes Support for Youth: The Belize Diabetes and Hypertension Association is running a Diabetes Warriors Youth Summer Camp (July 27–30) for young people living with Type 1 diabetes, focusing on monitoring, routines, and peer support. Medicines Safety Milestone: Belize achieved full membership in WHO’s Programme for International Drug Monitoring (with PAHO support), strengthening post-marketing surveillance and adverse event reporting.
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