Community and Society
Letter to the Editor: Thank you to San Pedro for a Successful Sept 5th Blood Drive
The San Pedro Community Blood Drive Group wishes to once again thank all those who came to donate blood at the blood drive held on September 5 at the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II. Twenty-nine members of the Ambergris Caye community came to donate. At the end of the day, 17 pints of life-saving blood were generously donated. Potentially, these 17 pints can save the lives of over 50 people.
Community and Society
Taiwan Ambassador tours San Pedro Hospital as construction reaches 70%
His Excellency Amino C. Y. Chi, Ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan) to Belize, visited San Pedro on September 18th to review construction progress at the San Pedro and Caye Caulker General Hospital. Belize Rural South Area Representative Honorable Andre Perez hosted the visit and accompanied Ambassador Chi on a tour of the project.
Health
San Pedro Blood Drive Secures 17 Lifesaving Pints
On September 5th, the San Pedro Community Blood Drive Group hosted its latest blood drive at the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II, collecting 17 pints of blood. The drive ran from 8AM to 2:30PM and welcomed residents who came out to donate.
Government
MoHW Advises Public on Dengue Prevention During Rainy Season
The Ministry of Health and Wellness reminds the public that the rainy season increases the risk of dengue transmission. Dengue is spread by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which breeds in stagnant water commonly found in containers around homes and communities.
Health
Ambergris Hope Hospital Now Offering NHI-Covered Diagnostic Services
Ambergris Hope Hospital is now offering selected services covered by the National Health Insurance (NHI) program, including radiology (imaging), ultrasound, and laboratory services for residents of Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker. To access these services, patients must first obtain a referral from their NHI-registered healthcare provider. In San Pedro, these include San Carlos Medical Center and San Pedro Urgent Care. In Caye Caulker, the NHI-accredited medical facility is Dr. D’s Clinic.
Health
Belize joins WHO global medicine safety monitoring program
Belize has become a full member of the World Health Organization's (WHO) Program for International Drug Monitoring (PIDM), a milestone announced on July 27th with support from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). The move gives Belize stronger tools to detect safety concerns in medicines and respond more effectively to risks posed by substandard or counterfeit medicines that may enter the country.
Health
Ambergris Hope Hospital Offers Free Health Screenings at Central Park
Ambergris Hope Hospital hosted a free community outreach clinic on Saturday, July 18, offering health screenings and consultations to residents and visitors at San Pedro's Central Park. The clinic ran from 8AM to 1PM and provided services including blood pressure checks, blood sugar screenings, ABO blood typing, and general health consultations at no cost.
Health
BAHA Issues Avian Influenza Alert After Outbreaks in Honduras and Costa Rica
Belizean authorities are urging poultry producers, livestock owners, industry stakeholders, and the public to remain vigilant following recent outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Honduras and Costa Rica. While Belize remains free of the disease, officials warn that the risk of its introduction remains high.
Community and Society
Authorities Begin Fogging Campaign to Prevent Mosquito-Borne Illnesses
With the rainy season underway, San Pedro Town on Ambergris Caye has already experienced its first heavy showers, bringing increased mosquito activity. In response, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC), in partnership with the Public Health Department, has begun a fogging campaign across the island's neighborhoods to help reduce mosquito populations and prevent the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.
Health
Letter to the Editor: Thank you to those who contributed to the June 6 Blood Drive
The San Pedro Community Blood Drive Group wishes to thank all those who came to donate blood at the blood drive held on June 6, 2026 at the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II. Sixteen (16) pints of life-saving blood were generously donated. Those 16 pints collected at the June 6 drive have the potential of saving the lives of 48 persons.
Health
16 Pints Donated During Latest San Pedro Blood Drive
On June 6th, the San Pedro Community Blood Group hosted its routine blood drive at the Dr. Otto Rodriguez Polyclinic II in San Pedro Town. The event ran from 8AM to 2:30PM, welcoming residents who came out to donate and help replenish the island’s blood supply. Several islanders participated, and by the end of the drive, 16 pints of blood had been collected.