Committee Formed To Tackle Belize's Leading Cause Of Death

The Ministry of Health and Wellness has formed a National Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) Committee. NCD's like heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and chronic respiratory diseases continue to be the leading cause of illness, disability, and premature death in Belize. The committee unites what is called a broad cross-section of national leaders tasked with guiding and coordinating a whole-of-society approach to preventing and managing NCDs.

Current national estimates suggest that one in four Belizeans lives with hypertension, while one in six is affected by diabetes.

Among its key responsibilities, the National NCD Committee will oversee the development and execution of the National NCD Strategic Plan.