Health & Community Loss: Belmopan media and healthcare mourned the death of longtime Plus TV journalist Brother Fem Cruz, rushed from a fall to Western Regional Hospital and later transferred to KHMH, where he died after years living with Parkinson’s. Humanitarian Supplies: Belize joined Mexico in sending 1,700 tons of food and basic necessities to Cuba aboard the Asian Katra, as Cuba continues to face shortages tied to its energy and economic crisis. Tobacco Prevention (Youth): PAHO/WHO and Belize’s Ministry of Health and Wellness held a National Tobacco Control Youth Forum, “Unmasking the Appeal,” launching a series of youth and community activities to curb nicotine and tobacco addiction. Public Health Policy (Food): Caribbean nutritionists and NCD focal points met in Barbados to push sodium reduction and policies to eliminate industrially produced trans fats—key steps to reduce diet-related deaths. Local Health System & Safety: Belize Coast Guard rescued 7 people after a vessel began taking on water near San Pedro Town, coordinating with a civilian vessel to evacuate all passengers safely. Workplace Health Law: Belize’s OSH Bill, 2025, was delayed again in the Senate as senators asked for written responses after meetings were cancelled. Medical Crime Update: Two suspects—Hannah Rebekah Foreman and Edwin Albert Bethran Jr.—were charged in the murder of Belmopan internist Dr. Naun Bonilla, following a probe that police say used monitoring, digital forensics, and financial intelligence. Infectious Disease Alert (Regional): New World screwworm continues spreading in the region, with Texas quarantines and public health concern rising as the parasite can infect people through wounds.