Yesterday the Central Health Region released its Health Bulletin for the Belize District for the first half of this year. The bulletin provides statistics about what's making people sick in the country's most populous district.
According to the bulletin, the top cause of death so far in 2017 is cardiovascular disease, followed by homicide and cancer.
The report also contains statistics about vector borne diseases - like Dengue, Malaria and Chik-V.
As of June, there have been no diagnosed cases of malaria or Chik-V, and we have seen 5 less cases of Zika compared to last year. On the other hand, the dengue rate has sky rocketed. In June 2016, there were 17 known cases of classic dengue, whereas this year 46 have been recorded - we stress in the Belize District.
To prevent more cases, the Ministry advises that all vats or drums of water be kept covered. Additionally, be sure to get rid of any unnecessary items in your yard that could collect water and become a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
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