While there are no local confirmed cases of the Influenza A H1N1, there are reports today that the deadly flu is moving dangerously close to Belize. In a midday status report, the Ministry of Health said there are three confirmed cases in neighbouring localities in Calderitas in the outskirts of Chetumal, Carrillo Puerto, a stop-over […]
In neighboring Mexico, the epicenter of the A H-One N-One flu, it is estimated that tourism will fall as much as forty percent this season. And while in Belize there are no confirmed cases of the deadly virus, the country continues to be on alert. News Five’s Marion Ali headed to the P.G.I.A. today in […]
Just before news time the Ministry of Health is meeting with key stakeholders to take major decisions in respect of the H-one-N-one flu. But up to this morning there were no confirmed cases of the Type A H-one-N-one virus, according to health officials. This is based on results of the second batch of samples sent […]
And while there are no known confirmed cases of Type A H-one-N-one in Belize, there is a new term used in respect of the three samples sent to Canada for testing. The classification of a suspected case is keeping health officials on high alert. Epidemiologist, Dr. Paul Edwards, explains what places the three suspected cases […]
And if any of the cases test positive for Type A H-one-N-one, health officials say that particular measures will be put in place where the case originates which will be different from the rest of the unaffected areas. Dr. Paul Edwards “Let’s say for example a case was confirmed in San Pedro and I’ll use […]
The Swine Flu now referred to as Influenza A(H-one-N-one)continues to spread globally. And in tonight’s newscast, we’ll have a series of stories on the outbreak. We start with a reported increase in the number of suspected cases. On Wednesday there were four and today at a press briefing, the Ministry of Health reported that there […]
The Ministry of Health, Customs and the Immigration Departments have the borders of the country under surveillance for any signs of the Influenza A (H-one-N-one Flu). The Fort Street Tourism Village in Belize City is also an entry point for visitors. Though there were no doctors or nurses posted at the Village today, the Operations […]
The death toll from the Influenza (H-one-N-one) continues to rise in neighbouring Mexico and a pandemic is now imminent says the World Health Organization. It is estimated that there are fifty-five Belizean students pursuing higher education studies in various states including Quintana Roo, Monterey, Yucatan, Chihuahua and Veracruz. News Five contacted the Belize Embassy in […]
The threat of catching this new influenza has prompted the sales of hand sanitizers, surgical gloves and masks to skyrocket. Many feel safe using these items but the improper use of gloves and masks may in fact prevent any protection. News Five’s Jose Sanchez stopped by the Central Health Region Headquarters and spoke to a […]
Primary and secondary students of schools countrywide have been preparing for the upcoming P.S.E. and C.X.C. examinations. Though some parents are concerned about the possibility of illness on Monday, some six thousand five hundred and seventy-six standard six students will be sitting the exams. That is the word tonight from officials of the Ministry of […]
The World Health Organization today announced that it would no longer be using the term “Swine Flu” but instead will be using the scientific name Influenza A (H1N1) to avoid confusion surrounding the origin and transmission of the virus. In Belize, just as around the world, there has been much attention focused on the epidemic […]
The World Health Organization has upped the red flag for the swine flu to level five and the country is under alert. Just before news time, the Ministry of Health issued a directive to call off all major public events planned for this long weekend in the face of the rising threat of a pandemic. […]
And while the masks and gloves are uncomfortable and the personal hygiene is demanding, Dr. Edwards advises to get use to it because it is for the long haul. Marion Ali “Dr. Edwards I know there’s been no detection yet and it’s still very preliminary right now, but how long do you foresee all of […]
Citizens have began stock piling as they prepare for the threat of the swine flu pandemic and sales for preventative items are on hot demand. And if you were expecting to purchase a bottle of hand sanitizer or antiviral wipes, masks or gloves… you are out of luck. Supermarkets and stores around Belize City are […]
Corozal is the district nearest to the Mexican bordering state of Quintana Roo where suspected cases of the swine flu have been detected. And since the borders remain open and the traffic at the Commercial Free Zone is on track, residents are on high alert to avert the disease on this side of the border. […]
There is a developing story on suspected cases of the swine flu in the north. And confirmation will take a while on whether two students displaying flu-like symptoms are suffering from the H-one-N-one strain of Swine Flu. News Five spoke with the principal of a high school in the northernmost district late this evening who […]
A News Five team could not enter into Mexico today to report on the status of the swine flu. But Marcelino Miranda of the Mexican Embassy in Belize gave us an update of what the situation was like Quintana Roo where there are growing numbers of suspected cases of the flu. Marion Ali Reporting Traffic […]
Countries around the world are facing one of the most daunting challenges since the Spanish Flu ravaged the globe in 1918 and 1919, killing twenty-one million people – more than the Great War. The latest count of persons affected by the swine flu in Mexico alone stands in excess of sixteen hundred and growing making […]
Along the northern border since Saturday, the monitoring of the Swine Flu epidemic began. Stakeholders at the border in Santa Elena and at the Commercial Free Zone began putting in place precautionary measures to prevent the respiratory disease from spreading into Belize. Since the outbreak of the flu in Mexico, cases have been detected close […]
There is an outbreak of viral conjunctivitis, or as it is commonly known, pink eye. Ophthalmologist, Dr. Amin Hegar, told News Five that he has been seeing a growing number of patients infected with pink eye over the past two weeks. The infection is usually caused by bacteria coming in direct contact with the eyes, […]
Epilepsy is a disorder that manifests itself through different type of seizures. It is treatable with prescribed medication and life style changes. Healthy Living this week talks to an expert about this neurological condition. Marleni Cuellar, Reporting Epilepsy is a common condition worldwide. Most commonly referred to in Belize as ‘fits’ due to the physical […]
The government of Venezuela has a growing cooperation programme with Belize including the Petrocaribe Initiative, a housing project and cultural exchanges. Today, another initiative got underway. It is known as Mission Miracle or Operacion Milagros and a large crowd descended at the City Center to receive free eye care treatment. There is already a similar […]
The weatherman is predicting sunny days over the long weekend, that is good news, you may think if you plan to be outdoors. But how much sun is good? Whether it is the Cross Country Classic, or if you go to the beach or simply plan to be outdoors, Healthy Living has some tips on […]
The Venezuelan government is embarking on a multimillion dollar project called Operacion Milagros or in English, Mission Miracle, which intends to improve the eye sight of Belizeans. Cuba has a similar ongoing eye project in Belize and the rest of the region. A team of doctors from Venezuela will come to Belize on a private […]
‘When Disasters Strike Safe Hospitals Save Lives’. That’s the theme of this year’s World Health Day Symposium and the message that resonated at this morning’s opening ceremony as medical facilities begin to prepare for the upcoming hurricane season and other disasters. According to the Director of Health Services in the Ministry of Health, Dr. Michael […]
