The Ministerio de Salud Pública y Asistencia Social, Guatemala's national health authority, published several messages on October 30, 2025, focusing on public health awareness and safety.
In a post made at 11:59 UTC, the ministry highlighted the story of Lidia Castro as an example of strength and prevention. The tweet stated: " Lidia Castro es ejemplo de fortaleza y prevención. Su historia nos recuerda que conocerte y actuar a tiempo puede marcar la diferencia. Realizarte el autoexamen mensual, acudir a tus chequeos médicos y mantener hábitos saludables son pasos simples que pueden salvar vidas."
Later that day at 18:41 UTC, the ministry addressed food safety during traditional celebrations with the following message: " Fiambre seguro, tradición con sabor y salud. En esta temporada, celebra nuestras costumbres con responsabilidad. Lava bien los ingredientes, revisa la frescura de los embutidos, mantén una buena refrigeración y evita la contaminación cruzada. El fiambre sabe mejor cuando"
At 21:36 UTC on the same day, another post announced improvements in maternal and infant care services: " Renuevan el Banco de Leche Humana en el Hospital Nacional Infantil Elisa Martínez, Izabal. Este importante esfuerzo fortalece un servicio de calidad, digno y humano para bebés, madres y donadoras de leche materna un alimento vital que protege, nutre y contribuye al"
The Ministry’s communications reflect ongoing efforts to promote preventive healthcare practices in Guatemala. Regular self-examinations and medical checkups are encouraged as part of breast cancer awareness initiatives throughout Latin America. Food safety campaigns are common during local holidays when traditional dishes like fiambre are widely prepared and consumed by families across the country. Additionally, investments in human milk banks have been recognized as crucial for improving neonatal nutrition and reducing infant mortality rates.
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