Today's release also notes that "the Ministry is also finalizing discussions with several private health facilities to offer COVID-19 tests for persons exiting the country. "
And now, one resort is offering on site testing for tourists. Belize Medical Associates has opened a clinic with testing capabilities next to Grand Caribe in San Pedro, and Dr Diaz says it's a welcomed assistance.
Dr Melissa Diaz - Acting DHS "The Ministry of Health and Wellness, we're in continuous communication with our private partners and we welcome public partnership in health, that's very important, and Belize Medical Associates, we have Belize Health Care Partners, there are about four or five private facilities that have been given approval to conduct the rapid test so it's a welcome help for us to have that clinic in San Pedro and that they're able to do the testing so that works well for us, we will also be providing another area just so that other persons can also access in San Pedro and we're looking at other areas like San Ignacio and Placencia where a lot of tourist are but remember these areas can also facilitate the Belizeans going abroad as well because some countries in Central America and other countries are also accepting or asking for a negative test so it will help all across the board with everyone needing to travel."
According to an email to guests, if you are staying at the resort and test positive before returning to the US, Grand Caribe is also offering quarantine rates to accommodate those that aren't able to board their flight.
