The formal introduction of Medical Tourism in Belize is in the pipeline; it was discussed on Tuesday at a forum spearheaded by the Caribbean Export Development Agency and the Inter-American Development Bank along with Beltraide, Executive Chairman, Michael Singh. The impression left was that the local doctors were all on board with the policy being […]
Cervantes says that before jumping into medical tourism, there are pressing problems in the field that require urgent attention. The BMDA believes that the exclusion of local doctors in the drafting of the policy, could lead to complications for medical tourism giving Belize a black eye. Dr. Andre Joel Cervantes “We understand that they are […]
Psoriasis is a skin condition that is not contagious. In this week’s segment of Healthy Living, a dermatologist discusses its effects and recommends early treatment to control the skin condition. Marleni Cuellar, Reporting If you had a patch of red itchy skin on your elbow, especially in our “Cold front season” in Belize, you’d probably […]
Belize has gained a reputation for environmental tourism. That landscape has been changing and on a smaller scale, the country is also gaining reputation for medical tourism. Medical tourism is sought out particularly by Americans who want to complete medical procedures at an affordable price. For some time there has been speculation among the medical […]
The first case of HIV was documented in 1986 and some twenty- five years later, millions of people are affected by this disease across the world. In an effort to raise awareness and support those living with HIV, December first, is observed as World AIDS Day. This provides an opportunity to fight prejudice against people […]
This week is dedicated to Disability Awareness. Many Belizean children like others worldwide struggle with intellectual disabilities, that puts them at a disadvantage in regular classroom settings. The sooner you learn of the problem, the sooner you can work with affected children and ease their frustration. There are many issues to look out for and […]
In November 2009, the Belizean public was introduced to four-year-old Tarrell Sutherland who was diagnosed with ichthyosis, a rare condition which causes the skin to become dry, thick and scaly. At the time he was diagnosed as the second person in the country to be afflicted with the disease. Since then Randy Robateau has also […]
Breast Feeding Counseling Services of the Collet Education and Resource Center in coordination with the Baby Friendly Initiative of the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital recently held a workshop that reached out to expectant and nursing mothers. The goal of the seminar was to teach the women the value of breast-feeding and how to perform it […]
You don’t have to brush your teeth, just the ones you want to keep. Catchy phrases are one of several methods used to inspire proper dental hygiene. Doctor Chris Bennett has a unique perspective of dental care in Belize because when he finished his studies in the 1970s, the profession was in the early stages. […]
The phrase “if yoh give and tek back yoh wah get cat boil” is common among children in Belize. But many of the persons who use the saying may not really know what a “cat boil” is. Well, the medical term for it is Eye Stye and it comes in two different forms. Healthy Living […]
P.M. Barrow returned to the country on Sunday from Miami where his wife, Kim Simplis Barrow, is receiving treatment for stage three breast cancer. Simplis Barrow is scheduled to undergo a mastectomy having had two tumors detected in her left breast. P.M. Barrow says he will be out of the country more frequently in the […]
The statistics on alcohol consumption in Belize are alarming. There is concentrated usage among the youth population and even more startling, are the range of effects that the abuse of alcohol has on Belize. Today, the Ministry of Health in collaboration with the National Drug Abuse Control Council and Pan-American Health Organization, brought stakeholders together […]
Prime Minister Dean Barrow returned to the country on Sunday. The PM was in Miami where his wife, Kim Simplis Barrow is receiving treatment for breast cancer. Simplis Barrow was diagnosed with stage three cancer two weeks ago. She has been hospitalized at the Baptist Hospital where she has received a first round of chemotherapy […]
The first annual DANN festival is scheduled to take place in Dangriga on Saturday. The fest is really to promote healthy lifestyles of the male population around the country. The activity is organized primarily by the Belize Family Life Association with participation from the local entertainment community. Over the last few months BFLA has been […]
We keep them at home, at the office, in first aid kits, and even carry them on our person should we need to pull them out for those unwelcome aches. But before you reach for those pills for pain relief, be sure you know what you’re taking. Healthy Living has sound advice for those over […]
While Riverol is enjoying her good fortune, forty-nine year old Gilda Tillett, a mother of eight children, needs assistance for medical attention abroad for cancer. Tillett’s daughter, Denesia came to News Five today hoping to get public attention and generosity on her other’s plight. Denesia says that her mother has exhausted treatment in Belize and […]
The Gift of Life is Rotary Club initiative that provides free medical assistance to needy children, primarily with heart problems. On Wednesday night at the Radisson, outstanding Rotarians were recognized for their invaluable contribution to the program. News Five’s Jose Sanchez reports. Jose Sanchez, Reporting The Rotary Club of Belize, known for its excellence in […]
There is an update tonight on the Prime Minister’s Wife, Kim Simplis Barrow, who was diagnosed with cancer last week and it is not good news. As we told you in our previous newscast, Simplis Barrow has been undergoing testing at the Baptist Hospital of Miami, where it was confirmed that she has stage three […]
On Monday, it became public that the Prime Minister’s wife, Kim Simplis Barrow, had been diagnosed with breast cancer, this is a health condition for which she has been an advocate along with the Belize Cancer Society. Tests had determined her condition days earlier. On Sunday, Simpliss Barrow, accompanied by the Prime Minister, was flown […]
She is at the forefront of numerous projects to improve the lives of women and children in Belize and now Kim Simpliss Barrow has been diagnosed with a condition that affects many women. The office of the Special Envoy for Women and Children announced today that Simpliss Barrow left the country on Sunday for urgent […]
A growing controversy in the health field is coming to light and it’s over the potential development of medical tourism in Belize. The name implies economic benefits and increased tourism numbers, but the plans being made for medical tourism could hurt the pockets of local doctors. That’s because American medical professionals would provide the exclusive […]
While the BMDA hope to protect their livelihood in Belize, there is a patient whose needs are those of a medical tourist but he doesn’t have the funds. The shooting victim needs a surgery that is not available locally, and his family hopes that the goodwill of the public will change his life. News Five’s […]
When it comes to our oral health, we usually feel like we’ve got things figured out: Brushing a few times a day, flossing on an occasional basis and a dentist visit every so often. However, it is possible that you may be making a few missteps when it comes to your oral hygiene. Tonight’s Healthy […]
The flu season started last month and so far a number of people have already contracted the virus. Today, the Ministry of Health issued a press release announcing the availability of free flu vaccines for the general public and at-risk groups. The vaccine, which is administered in the upper arm, is especially important at this […]
Earlier this month it was announced that the Belize Family Life Association, a pillar in the Belizean society for over twenty-five years, is in a disastrous financial predicament. The organization has been on the forefront of promoting sexual and reproductive health but it remains severely cash strapped and is facing the very real possibility of […]
