Today marks World Blood Donor Day, a global observance highlighting the critical need for safe blood and blood products to save lives. The theme for 2024 is ’20 years of celebrating giving: thank you, blood donors’. Blood donation is a voluntary act that can significantly impact and save lives. Most healthy adults can safely donate […]
Today, the Ministry of Health entered into Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with multiple private sector healthcare providers to facilitate the rollout of eye screening and cervical screening programs. The government has partnered with 24 private sector providers for the Eye Screening program and five providers for the Cervical Cancer Screening program. These partnerships will involve […]
Efforts to enhance Guyana’s healthcare sector through advanced practices are advancing with the Ministry of Health’s electronic health records system. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, has announced that the electronic health database project has entered its second phase. Currently, four out of fourteen interested companies are undergoing rigorous evaluation to assist with the physical […]
The Helpful Hands Youth Group has emerged as this year’s winner of the Speaker’s National Youth Debating Competition. The exciting finals were held in the Chambers of the Parliament Building, where the Child Rights Ambassadors Youth Group faced off against the Helpful Hands Youth Group in an engaging and thought-provoking debate. The moot for the […]
The University of Guyana’s International Center for Migration and Diaspora Studies held a guest lecture on Wednesday focusing on emerging trends in social entrepreneurship. The lecture was delivered by Haitian Business Analyst Patrick Dessources, who emphasized that charity alone is not the solution for helping underprivileged or economically challenged individuals. Instead, he advocated for encouraging […]
By Shawnette Fiedtkou The construction of the Bamia/Amelia’s Ward Primary School in Region Ten, initially slated for completion in July 2023, is nearing its final stages despite missing its third extension deadline of June 1, 2024. According to Akani Blair, the General Foreman of Statement Investment Inc., the primary contractor for the project, the school […]
As Father’s Day approaches, the significance of fathers and father figures in the emotional and developmental journey of children is being highlighted. Diego Alphonso, Senior Gender Affairs Officer at the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, underscored the crucial role that fathers play in nurturing a child’s well-being and growth. Alphonso noted that fathers, […]
Residents of Waramuri and Kwebana villages in the Moruca sub-district of Region One now have enhanced access to specialized healthcare services through a newly commissioned telemedicine facility. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony inaugurated the telemedicine center, marking a significant advancement in healthcare delivery for remote communities. The telemedicine system facilitates access to specialized medical services […]
Guyana takes a significant step forward in its healthcare landscape with the launch of the National Strategy for Laboratory Services and National Hepatitis C Guidelines by the Ministry of Health. These initiatives mark crucial milestones towards achieving the ministry’s 2030 targets of enhancing medical service delivery and eliminating various diseases. Just three years ago, treatment […]
Recent statistics from Guyana’s Ministry of Health reveal a concerning trend among men, with an obesity rate standing at 41.6 percent. Dr. Sawan Jagnarain, Men’s Health Coordinator at the Ministry, emphasized the urgent need for men to prioritize their health and take proactive steps to address these issues. Dr. Jagnarain highlighted that obesity significantly increases […]