The Diamond Regional Hospital, a state-of-the-art healthcare facility, is on track to be inaugurated by the end of the year, marking a significant step forward in Guyana’s efforts to enhance its health infrastructure. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony provided assurances during a recent site visit to the construction area. Minister Anthony reported that the project […]
In his New Year message, President Dr. Irfaan Ali expressed confidence in Guyana’s future, anticipating unprecedented growth and advancement in 2024. President Ali emphasized the collective determination of the nation through trials, threats, triumphs, and instances of despair in the past year. Entering the New Year, President Ali affirmed his government’s commitment to improving the […]
The Ministry of Health’s Comprehensive Child and Young Health Programme (CYHP) has achieved noteworthy progress in its goal of screening nursery-aged children for underlying health conditions. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, shared the program’s success during the ministry’s end-of-year press conference. Launched in September 2023, the CYHP program, supported by the Mount Sinai Health […]
Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, reported a positive trend in maternal care in Guyana, citing a reduction in maternal deaths from the previous year. In 2023, fifteen maternal deaths were recorded, compared to seventeen in 2022. The Georgetown Public Hospital played a vital role in this improvement, recording ten maternal deaths this year. The […]
Cervical cancer, the second-highest cause of death in women, is being addressed with urgency by the Ministry of Health. This year, the ministry diagnosed 102 persons with Cervical Cancer, prompting Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony to emphasize the importance of adopting preventative measures, including increased uptake of the Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV). Dr. Anthony highlighted […]
PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo addressed concerns about the increasing cost of living in Guyana during a press conference. Dr. Jagdeo highlighted that the global phenomenon of inflation is affecting countries worldwide, emphasizing that Guyana is not alone in facing these challenges. However, he pointed out that the measures taken by the Guyanese government […]
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has reported a decline in maternal deaths, marking significant progress in the health sector’s efforts to improve maternal healthcare. According to Dr. Rafi Rozan, the Head of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department at GPHC, during a recent press conference, there have been 10 maternal deaths recorded at the hospital […]
In a proactive move to enhance its firefighting capabilities, the Guyana Fire Service conducted a readiness exercise in the capital city of Georgetown, which aimed to improve emergency responses and equip firefighters for various scenarios. The exercise took place along the route from John Fernandes Wharf to Robb Street, with firefighters testing and familiarizing themselves […]
Recognizing the critical shortage of nurses in Guyana, the government has undertaken a multifaceted approach to alleviate the issue. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony announced during a news conference that efforts to address the nurse shortage would intensify in the coming year. The focus will be on both recruiting Cuban nurses and expanding local training […]
The Ministry of Health concluded the year with an end-of-year press conference, shedding light on the significant progress made in advancing the health sector. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, proudly announced that all promises made in the 2020 election manifesto regarding the health sector have been fulfilled. These commitments include the upgrading of healthcare […]