Medicare Weight-Loss Coverage: Starting July 1, Medicare in the U.S. will begin covering weight-loss drugs for the first time under a temporary pilot, a major shift for seniors who can’t afford options like Wegovy or Zepbound. Belize Child After Vehicle Hit: In Maskall Village, a 5-year-old boy was taken to Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital after being struck by a vehicle driven by his father; police say he’s stable and investigators are looking into what happened. Belize Healthcare Workforce Plan: Belize’s Ministry of Health and Wellness launched a new five-year HRH policy and 2026–2030 strategic plan aimed at improving recruitment, training, deployment, and retention of health workers. Local Health Costs Rising: Belize’s CPI shows healthcare costs climbed sharply in May, with higher charges for medical services including hospitalization and surgical procedures. New Dental Academy: A new Magazine Dental Academy opened in Belize City to train dental hygienists and expand access to better oral health care. BDF Recruitment Goes Digital: The Belize Defence Force moved its recruitment for Intake 70 fully online, with medical and psychological pre-screening for eligible applicants. Men’s Health Forum: The Belize Cancer Society held a men’s forum promoting overall health and mental health awareness, tackling stigma that keeps men from seeking care.