The inquiry is seeking to determine whether any fraud or improprieties occurred in the procedures and processes for procurements during the eighteen month period. The audit team, which included Wayne Simon, Mark Jones, Charles Flowers, Randolph Young, and Arlington Frazer took three months to review the files at the K.H.M.H. They confirmed the suspicions of […]
But there was more stench to come. Simon said that the audit team found that there was general wastage and that they could not confirm that the medication purchased was received by the patients. And in some instances, there was a clear conflict of interest. Wayne Simon “In other instances K.H.M.H. made purchases of items […]
Appendicitis is a well known medical condition. It is considered an medical emergency and requires immediate removal, but like most other conditions discussed on Healthy Living, the earlier the diagnosis and treatment, the lesser the complications. Healthy living this week looks at the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of appendicitis. Marleni Cuellar, Reporting The appendix is […]
It has been months since reports first surfaced on scandalous purchases made by the K.H.M.H. of pharmaceutical and medical supplies. Following an audit of the hospital financial records, government finally announced today that a Commission of Inquiry into the allegations of improprieties and wrongdoings at the hospital will begin this week. The hearing will take […]
And in the south, Citrus Greening has been affecting citrus trees since the earlier part of this year. The dangerous disease is spread by a bacteria that lives in the vascular system of the plant and disrupts the flow of nutrients within the plant, ultimately killing the tree. Recently, surveillance exercises have detected that the […]
And the Commission of Inquiry of the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital is about to get underway. The audit report of the K.H.M.H. financial books for the period between the first of January 2007 and the thirtieth of June 2009, has been submitted to Prime Minister Dean Barrow. The commission of inquiry is chaired by Supreme […]
Maintaining a balanced diet is good for your overall health. It is especially good for your teeth. In this edition, Healthy Living looks at how the food that you eat can affect the state of your teeth. Marleni Cuellar, Reporting A nutritional diet is important in keeping our bodies healthy but it’s also important in […]
While the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital has been under the microscope because of allegations of negligence and corruption on the purchase of medical supplies, a new Medical Chief of Staff has been appointed. It went under the radar, but about a week ago Doctor Bernard Bulwer, a cardiologist, was named the new medical chief of […]
HIV/AIDS is a disease that threatens humanity. The methods of transmission, treatment and prevention are frequently discussed but the contributory factors of the spread of the disease are not as commonly exposed. Healthy living this week looks at one social issue that often times falls under the radar but contributes to the growing number of […]
Emergencies or disasters occur in the most unexpected of places and a quick response can make the difference. A two week course on how to manage these situations got underway today at the Hattieville prison where the life of inmates and employees can be at risk. BERT is providing instructions to both. Jose Sanchez reports […]
It’s a yearly event in the calendar and the official opening of Dental Health Week took place today and that means the start of activities aimed at promoting awareness on how to properly care for your teeth. The theme this year is “Behind Every Healthy Smile is a Healthy Child” because, according to Dr. Raphael […]
Tonsillitis is an infection of the glands of the throat. It can be caused by a virus or bacteria. In Healthy Living this week we interview a specialist who identifies the symptoms of this malady and will guide you with the appropriate treatment. Marleni Cuellar, Reporting The tonsils are small balls of tissue on both […]
The University of Belize’s Rural Health Nursing students made an early start in their careers of helping people. Today, the nurses in training offered a wide array of testing and health education to the Ladyville residents, all free of cost. It’s a part of their course and the students came to the Community Center ready […]
The swine flu scare has dissipated, but that does not mean that the cases have reduced. In the private sector, the numbers were up in September. News Five’s Jose Sanchez has a report. Jose Sanchez, Reporting The Influenza A H1N1 continues to spread across the globe and all indications are that it will continue to […]
The other illness that is creating havoc is dengue. If it weren’t for the H1N1, it would make the news more often. While many have fallen sick from H1N1, no deaths are related to it. But there have been deaths this year so far attributed to dengue. Doctor Fernando Cuellar, an Intensivist and Internist, says […]
Have you ever felt that your bathroom urges are hindering your freedom to move around? If so, listen up because Healthy living this week looks at a condition that may be the culprit behind those uncontrollable and embarrassing urges. Marleni Cuellar, Reporting Ever have the feeling that you just have “to go” or maybe you’re […]
The K.H.M.H. Commission of Inquiry was established when the three commissioners were sworn in at the Supreme Court on July thirtieth. But since then, little has taken place because from early August representatives from the Auditor General’s Department have been working on the audit of the national hospital. But that work is yet to be […]
The cost of dialysis treatment is exorbitant in Belize. Currently one dialysis treatment costs five hundred dollars and patients regularly require three treatments, weekly, a staggering sum for patients to come up with on a weekly basis. Well, a U.S. based organization has donated dialysis machines and organized an effort in a part of Africa […]
A stop at the local supermarket is not only about stocking up the grocery cart. Selecting the right food and eating healthy has taken on new importance. Healthy Living this week goes shopping for the right nutrition. Marleni Cuellar “Grocery shopping for most people means looking at prices: getting better value for your money. But […]
Do you know what is considered one of the most intensely frightening, upsetting and uncomfortable experiences of a person’s life? The symptoms include sudden periods of intense anxiety, mounting physiological arousal, fear, stomach problems and discomfort. If you haven’t figured it out, it’s called a panic attack. This week Healthy Living looks at panic attacks […]
While the P.U.C. reviews the application for a hike in water rates, the audit general is also reviewing the audit report on the procedures followed at the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital in procuring medical and pharmaceutical supplies. This exercise will take another month or so. News Five spoke this morning with the Auditor General, Edmund […]
It’s that time of the year and around the country hundred have fallen ill with the dengue fever. The symptoms include fever, chills, headaches and vomiting. This week Healthy Living has tips on what to do if you think you’re afflicted. Marleni Cuellar, Reporting Dengue Fever or “break bone fever” affects hundreds each year in […]
When the Influenza A (H1N1) was identified to be a new flu strain, it caused severe respiratory illnesses to those unlucky individuals who caught the virus. The Director of Health Services, Dr. Michael Pitts, said in August that there would be a second wave of the virus and according to a government release: the second […]
It’s the regular flu season, but this year the population is on edge because of the H1N1 scare. Hundreds of students have been sent home since classes began. It is believed that the influenza started from the north and is moving across the country. But the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of education are […]
Every woman who goes through the second phase in life at middle age will experience this condition. In this week’s edition of Healthy Living News Five looks at that important phase when women go through the experiences of menopause. Marleni Cuellar Reporting Menopause is an inevitable milestone in every woman’s life. Also referred to as […]
