By Celestine ChaconNovember 1, 2024 A concerning rise in the number of young people suffering from heart disease has been highlighted by Dr. Mahendra Carpen, a leading Cardiologist, during a recent episode of Health – Inside Out on Kams TV. Dr. Carpen pointed out that heart attacks, once predominantly seen in people aged 50 and older, are […]
By Saskia WarrickOctober 30, 2024 The School Feeding Program in Guyana is playing a significant role in improving school attendance and punctuality, especially at the Nursery and Primary levels. With an expansion of services, the program now includes all Nursery Schools and is reaching approximately 126,000 students across the country. The Ministry of Education, recognizing […]
By Delicia JanneireOctober 30, 2024 Construction of the Lima hospital in Region Two is advancing steadily, with the facility expected to begin operations by May 2025. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, provided an update on the project during a recent site visit, highlighting the progress and the anticipated impact on local healthcare services. Once […]
By Delicia JanneireOctober 29, 2024 Essequibo has achieved a significant milestone in healthcare development with the commissioning of its first simulation training centre by the Ministry of Health. The new facility, located in Cinderella County, aims to enhance medical training and education for professionals and students, addressing the growing demand for skilled healthcare workers in […]
By Celestine ChaconOctober 29, 2024 The Men on Mission (MOM) initiative, launched by President Irfaan Ali in 2022, celebrated its second anniversary on Monday, underscoring its continued dedication to mentorship and support for vulnerable groups across Guyana. At its inception, President Ali emphasized MOM’s purpose of instilling responsibility, promoting positive role models, and fostering a […]
By Celestine ChaconOctober 29, 2024 The Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) continues to receive accolades for its recent advancements, as teachers celebrate the introduction of new courses and expanded accessibility. These developments were highlighted during CPCE’s 90th graduation ceremony, where 1,502 educators officially entered Guyana’s teaching workforce. The Education Minister underscored the government’s commitment […]
October 28, 2024 On Sunday morning, scores of participants joined the annual One Communications Pinktober Breast Cancer Walk, held under the theme “Many Hearts, One Fight.” The event aimed to raise awareness about breast cancer and support those battling the disease. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, commended One Communications for their ongoing efforts in […]
October 28, 2024 The Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, has called for enhanced data collection and greater public awareness to address and properly define child labour within Guyana. Speaking at the opening of a three-day workshop, organized in partnership with the Ministry of Labour, Dr. Persaud highlighted the need for […]
October 26, 2024 More than 600 residents from Region 5 (West Coast Berbice) have received house lots through the Ministry of Housing and Water’s “Dream Realized” initiative, contributing to the government’s goal of distributing 50,000 house lots by 2025. These new allocations add to the 2,000 lots already distributed in the region and over 38,000 […]
October 26, 2024 Guyanese citizens and animal activists have expressed their approval of the Vice President’s and the Protected Areas Commission’s plans for the modernization of the Botanical Gardens and Zoological Park. These plans were discussed during a public consultation held on Friday afternoon, where hundreds of attendees voiced their concerns and suggestions for the […]