From April 14 through April 16, 2026, Belize City’s Belize Civic Center is playing host to an unprecedented free public health expo, bringing nearly 100 licensed American medical professionals to provide no-cost care to local residents. Organized through a three-way partnership between international Christian evangelistic ministry Amazing Facts, the Belize Union Mission Seventh-Day Adventists, and Belize’s national Ministry of Health, the initiative marks the largest cross-border free health outreach the country has ever hosted, per local government officials.
The four-day event offers a full spectrum of essential medical services that address key gaps in accessible care for many Belizean communities. Attendees can access general medical consultations, pediatric care for children, comprehensive women’s health and gynecological services, and general dentistry, all completely free of charge with no out-of-pocket costs for participating patients. On the opening day of the expo, hundreds of Belizean residents arrived early and waited patiently to receive the much-needed services, highlighting the strong demand for accessible healthcare in the region.
Speaking at the expo’s official opening ceremony, Belize’s Minister of Immigration Kareem Musa emphasized that the scale and scope of the collaboration are unmatched in Belize’s recent public health history. “I believe it’s the first of its kind, at least on this very large-scale level,” Musa told attendees. “As you could see, hundreds of Belizeans patiently awaiting this service, a very critical service.”
Dr. Javier Canul, a representative from Belize’s Ministry of Health, framed the expo as a reflection of a more holistic approach to public health aligned with global standards. Citing the World Health Organization’s official definition of health, he noted that complete well-being extends far beyond simply treating illness. “If we go back to the World Health Organization’s definition of health, it’s not merely the absence of disease, but it goes to well-being, whether it be physical, spiritual, mental, and social,” he explained.
For its part, lead organizing partner Amazing Facts traces its roots back to 1965, when it launched as a simple radio program that shared educational facts paired with approachable biblical teachings. Over nearly 60 years, the organization has grown into a global evangelistic ministry that runs community outreach programs across the world, combining faith-based engagement with tangible public service initiatives that support underserved populations.