The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) faced challenges related to a shortage of nurses and beds during the year and so, during an end-of-year conference, the institution gave a report on the steps taken to address these issues. Due to a surge in the number of people seeking medical attention at the facility, GPHC experienced […]
The Ministry of Housing and Water in Guyana is set to open a new housing scheme in Moleson Creek, Corentyne, Berbice, as part of the government’s ambitious target to allocate 50,000 house lots by 2025. Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, shared with the media in Berbice that over 29,000 allocations have already been […]
The completed construction of the new Diamond Regional Hospital is scheduled for in December 2024. From the last visit to the present date, the construction of the Diamond Regional Hospital has advanced from the foundation stage to the installation of steel frames. The hospital, one of six regional facilities planned across Guyana, is designed to […]
The New Year promises positive developments for Persons Living With Disabilities (PWDs), as revealed by the Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, as she provided an update on the ministry’s initiatives for PWDs in 2024. Improving accessibility to public assistance takes center stage on the ministry’s agenda for the coming year. […]
The Ministry of Human Service and Social Security is lauding a substantial advancement in its ongoing fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Human Trafficking. According to the ministry’s latest report, details on the progress made in 2023 have been disclosed. The domestic violence hotline, 914, received an overwhelming response with over 14,000 reports of GBV […]
The holiday season, typically associated with joy and happiness, can be a challenging time for some individuals who experience feelings of sadness, loneliness, anxiety, or depression. Referred to as the ‘holiday blues’ or ‘holiday depression,’ these emotions often intensify during the months of November and December. Clinical Psychologist Kadija McClure, attached to the Mental Health […]
In the aftermath of the holiday season, the Solid Waste Department in the city is taking proactive measures to ensure that post-holiday garbage is promptly cleared, guaranteeing a clean environment for the new working day. Solid Waste Director Walter Narine addressed the press, emphasizing the department’s commitment to providing a clean environment for everyone returning […]
Close to 4,000 children from regions five and six were recipients of Christmas joy over the weekend as government ministers embarked on a mission to bring smiles to the faces of children during the festive season. Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, visited various communities across Region Six, meeting with over three thousand children and distributing […]
Grief, the natural response to loss, is a profound emotional experience that individuals navigate when faced with the death of someone or something they deeply loved. In this edition of NCN Health, Dr. Mark Constantine, a clinical psychologist and head of psychological services at the Mental Health Unit, sheds light on the intricacies of grief […]
By Nakasia Logan, NCN News In a significant boost to its human capacity, the Guyana Fire Service (GFS) proudly welcomed 74 new firefighters who successfully completed an intensive 11-week training course at the Leonora Training Centre, West Coast Demerara. Hailing from Regions Two to Ten, the new recruits were urged to serve with distinction during […]