Health Workforce & Training: Belize’s Ministry of Health and Wellness awarded scholarships to 67 Belizeans pursuing nursing, medicine, psychiatry/mental health and other health fields, backed by a BZ$2.5 million investment to strengthen and retain the future healthcare workforce. Mental Health Awareness: Suicide Prevention Month is underway, with the Ministry of Health and Wellness urging Belizeans to break the stigma and participate in awareness efforts, including a glow walk and a “wear yellow” message. Drug Use Concerns: Health Minister Kevin Bernard says police are seeing more young people arrested for hard drugs, and points to support and rehabilitation services including Palm View Center and NDACC outreach. Health Infrastructure: The University of Belize hospital facility is moving forward as bids are under review, with hopes to sign contracts and start construction by late 2026. Youth Nutrition Promotion: A Nutrition Youth Advocate training equipped 28 students and 10 teachers to lead healthier school communities through better nutrition, physical activity and drug prevention. Public Health & Climate Risk: The National Meteorological Service warns of drier-than-normal conditions during the 2026 wet season due to El Niño, raising risks for dehydration, dengue and food security. Road Safety Tragedies: A 59-year-old motorcyclist died after a collision at Red Bank Junction; police also issued a Notice of Intended Prosecution to a pickup driver in the case.