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Improved services at GPHC Pathology Dept. with new technology, staff
With the recent purchase of two cutting-edge machines, the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) is reporting a major improvement in its Pathology Department.
In a press release issued on Wednesday, the GPHC stated that with the…
Health Minister visits survivor of fatal Mahdia dorm fire in New York
Just two months following the tragic Mahdia dormitory fire, Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony visited one of the most critically injured patients in the Regional Burn Centre at Staten Island University Hospital.
The 12-year-old girl…
Guyana’s growth lies in education, healthcare – outgoing Indian High Commissioner
Education and healthcare are two key areas of focus and through the collaboration between Guyana and India, thousands of persons have been able to benefit from various scholarship opportunities over the years.
In fact, as he pledged…
US helping Guyana improve data management in health sector
The United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is partnering with the Guyana Ministry of Health to support Guyana’s public health infrastructure.
USAID’s Country Health Information…
GPHC introduces electronic medical record keeping
In an effort to provide more efficient services at the Georgetown Public Hospital, the first phase of the highly anticipated electronic medical record system was launched on Friday.
The electronic medical record system is expected to be…
‘Everyone plays a role’ in eliminating mosquito borne diseases – Specialist
Amid an upsurge of dengue cases in Guyana and the Latin America/Caribbean (LAC) Region, the Ministry of Health is conducting massive awareness programme to eliminate the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.
Dr. Shazeema Shaw, an Infectious…
Specialist warns against self-medicating to treat dengue
There are more than 300 active dengue cases currently recorded in Guyana and with symptoms similar to the regular flu, Infectious Disease Specialist Dr Shazeema Shaw is encouraging persons to be alert for rashes, abnormal bleeding and…
With new radiation safety law, Guyana can become premier diagnostic healthcare provider- Dr Ramsammy
Guyana’s diagnostic capabilities will be significantly improved to provide premier services with the Radiation Safety and Security Amendment Bill 2022 passed in the National Assembly last week, advisor to the Health Minister, Dr Leslie…
Dengue rapid tests available across the country- Dr. Ramsammy
Guyana recorded an increase in the number of persons affected by dengue and Advisor to the Minister of Health Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, said rapid tests are available across the country.
These tests will help health workers to quickly…
Capoey Village benefits from medical outreach
In an endeavor to bridge the healthcare gap and ensure that remote and secluded communities receive essential medical services, US-based organisations Relume Foundation and “A More Excellent Way” Mission recently partnered with the Ministry…