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Cuban Doctors and nurses have become a permanent part of the Belizean medical landscape - and right that they should because they have been here for 28 years.

That's right, Cuba has been sending medical personnel to Belize since 1990. and, right now, there are 87 Cubans serving in the Belizean health sector.

And, this week in Havana, Cuba Health Minister Pablo Marin honored them at an event held at a celebrated art gallery and community center.  

A release says "the medical personnel reunited, recalling their experiences and years of service in every district. Minister Marin recognized their contribution to the development of health services in Belize. Â He also acknowledged the sacrifices they made by leaving their families behind to serve on behalf of their country for the benefit of Belize." End quote.  

Marin is in Cuba since Sunday for an official visit to Cuba.  He has met with his counterpart Minister Jose Angel Portal Miranda. A release says they assessed the current state of cooperation and exchanged ideas on how to improve the work programme between both countries.

Marin also met with health officials to discuss best practices in primary health care, specialized medical training and accreditation, and intersectoral approaches to mental health, stress management, and the treatment of chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension which are common to both nations.