AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEbola Preparedness: Belize’s Ministry of Health and Wellness is heightening screening and response at airports, land borders, and seaports after an Ebola outbreak in East and Central Africa, with travelers urged to report recent travel and call 0-800-MOH-CARE if symptoms appear. Measles Alert for World Cup: PAHO warns that rising measles cases across the Americas plus increased travel could fuel spread during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, urging stronger surveillance, vaccination access, and rapid response—especially for people with unknown or incomplete immunization. New World Screwworm Defense: Belize is training livestock producers and animal health workers to spot, report, and prevent New World screwworm infestations, as the threat expands beyond past barriers; the push includes guidance on other livestock diseases like rabies and tick fever. Regional Health Planning: PAHO is supporting Belize’s Health National Adaptation Plan to make healthcare systems more climate-resilient, including safer facilities and early warning for climate-sensitive health risks. Community Eye Care: Keller United Methodist Church delivered free vision screenings, exams, and glasses in Belize City to improve access to essential eye health services. Cervical Cancer Focus: A new cervical cancer elimination compendium highlights vaccination and screening strategies, with Belize noted among Caribbean case studies presented.
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