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CNOOC and Chinese Medical Team donate equipment to GPHC
On November 14, 2023, a quantity of acupuncture and Chinese massage equipment, was donated by the Stabroek Oil Block partner, CNOOC Petroleum Guyana Limited (CPGL), and handed over to the Traditional Chinese Medicine Center at the…
Education, economics vital pillars for equality- First Lady tells Caribbean Forum
First Lady Mrs Arya Ali says access to education and economic assets are vital in achieving gender equality for women.
The First Lady on Wednesday joined several representatives at the Caribbean Gender Empowerment Forum held at the…
62 joint replacement surgeries done in one weekend at GPHC
This past weekend, Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) was the site of a remarkable medical endeavor. Under the auspices of Women Orthopaedic Global Outreach (WOGO), the female division of Operation Walk, an international medical…
U.S. donates 13 solar-powered vaccine refrigerators
The United States government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), demonstrated its steadfast commitment to Guyana's health sector as Ambassador Nicole D. Theriot presented 13 solar-powered vaccine…
Marian Academy raises $697,000 in support of Periwinkle Cancer club
The students and teachers at the Marian Academy, Carifesta Avenue, have raised $697,000 for the Periwinkle Cancer Club to provide support for cancer patients and survivors.
The cheque was handed over to the Club’s president Andrea Joseph…
Guyana Cancer Society to screen 500 women by year-end
The Guyana Cancer Society, established in March 2022, is making significant progress in its mission to raise awareness and facilitate early cancer detection.
Thanks to the generous support of several organisations and individuals, the…
Groundbreaking surgery performed at GPHC
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on Monday announced a historic medical achievement in Guyana.
Two weeks ago, the hospital's Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Joel Joseph, successfully performed the first-ever…
More than 10,000 participate in GTT’s Walk/Run for a Cause
On Sunday, over 10,000 Guyanese took the streets of Georgetown to Walk/Run in solidarity with those fighting cancer.
The inspiring journey began at the Everest Cricket Ground and led participants south along Camp Street, east into Church…
Rotary Club of Garden City takes bold step towards a Polio-Free World
See below full press release from Rotary Club of Garden City:
The Rotary Club of Garden City - Georgetown reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to eradicating polio by hosting a special event in observance of World Polio Day. On October…
Some 150 healthcare workers to receive young professional homes in Reg. 10
Healthcare workers living in Region Ten (Upper Demerara-Berbice) who have pending house lot applications will be prioritised to receive young professional houses by the first quarter of next year, President Dr Irfaan Ali announced on…