Wed, Jul 22, 2026
Wed, Jul 22, 2026
health
International Day of Yoga 2024 highlights mental and physical wellnessIn today’s busy and demanding world of work and study and handling of other stressful situations, self-care and maintenance of…
Violence against doctors, health workers a growing concern - Dr. BuxDoctors, nurses and other workers in the healthcare sector have long grappled with sporadic cases of violence but Head of…
Leonora Secondary School student believed to have died by suicide Police are investigating the suspected suicide of a 14-year-old student of the Leonora Secondary School, West Coast Demerara (WCD), Region…
Gov’t launches eye screening, spectacles subsidyThe government has launched a significant subsidy programme aimed at improving eye health by providing financial assistance for eye tests…
Health Ministry honours blood donors for their lifesaving contributionsThe Ministry of Health paid tribute to the several heroes who have made significant contributions to the nation’s blood transfusion…
Gov’t and private entities sign agreements for eye care, HPV testingThe Ministry of Health on Friday signed agreements with several private eye care and health institutions, paving the way for…
‘Smart’ card for every patient as the Electronic Health Record system kicks in - Dr AnthonyThe Ministry of Health is currently working to implement an Electronic Health Record system (EHRS) which would see every citizen…
Guyana reaffirms commitment to safety and protection of Peoples with Disability at UNThe United Nations (UN) was reminded on Tuesday that Guyana is committed to the safety and protection of persons with…
Gov’t commissions Waramuri telemedicine centreThe government has commissioned a telemedicine unit in the village of Waramuri, located in the Moruca sub-district, Region One (Barima-Waini)…
Guidelines for Hepatitis and Laboratory Strategy developed as Guyana offers cure for Hepatitis CWith Guyana now being able to offer a cure for Hepatitis C, the health authorities here have now developed specific…
$97M digital x-ray unit commissioned at Fort WellingtonResidents of Fort Wellington and other neighbouring communities can expect expedited X-ray services as a modern, $97 million digital X-ray…
At UN Conference, First Lady calls for greater int’l financing for disability-inclusive development in developing countriesSee full address by First Lady Arya Ali at the 17th Meeting of State Parties to the Convention on the…
Better management at central drugs bond after issues flagged by Auditor GeneralThe Auditor General in his 2019 report on the public accounts of Guyana flagged several issues with the payment and…
Health ministry launches tobacco reduction planThe Ministry of Health has set in motion a plan to reduce the number of cigarettes being smoked through the…
40 medical professionals complete ‘rigorous’ training to tackle chronic illnessesWith knowledge gained over the past two weeks, 40 local medical professionals are now better equipped to treat and respond…
First pediatric liver resection done at GPHCThe Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) Friday announced that it has successfully performed the first child liver resection in Guyana.…
EPA warns of haze in Georgetown areaThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hereby notifies the public that there is a development of a visible haze in the…
Successful tubal reconstructive surgery done at GPHC leads to birth of babyThe Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) is proud to announce a remarkable medical achievement by a dedicated team of gynecologists…
