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May 15, 2025

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The Ministry of Health has distributed more than 4,000 test kits over the last week in Region Six to increase its dengue fever testing capacity. Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony said on Wednesday that there has been a surge of dengue fever cases in East Berbice-Corentyne. Dr Anthony provided the update during an interview on […]

May 15, 2025

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The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security is collaborating with the Ministry of Legal Affairs and the judiciary to establish a mental health court. The initiative is part of a broader national effort to ensure individuals with mental health challenges receive appropriate support within the justice system. Minister Dr Vindhya Persaud recently met with […]

May 10, 2025

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Another batch of doctors is geared for an intensive six-month training session that will see them adding to medical expertise within the local health sector. The Ministry of Health on Friday highlighted the start of another chapter in medical education and international collaboration, facilitated by the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), in collaboration with the […]

May 1, 2025

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The state-of-the-art regional hospital at Diamond, along the East Bank of Demerara, is almost complete and is expected to become operational very soon. Health Minister, Dr Frank Anthony, provided an update on the project during a site inspection on Sunday to assess the final phases of development at the facility. He was accompanied by engineers, […]

March 22, 2025

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President Dr Irfaan Ali, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony, and several other government officials this morning turned the sod for the construction of a GY$831 million state-of-the-art polyclinic in Campbellville, Georgetown. This modern facility will provide essential medical services and serve as a hub for health education for residents of the Kitty/Campbellville community and surrounding […]

March 22, 2025

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Health Minister, Dr Frank Anthony, today commissioned a state-of-the-art mammogram machine at the Suddie Hospital, Region Two, marking a significant step in expanding breast cancer screening services across the country. The Siemens mammogram machine, acquired at an approximate cost of GY$43 million, is renowned for its exceptional depth resolution and diagnostic accuracy, making it one […]

March 19, 2025

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The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with regional health authorities, is actively investigating a potential outbreak of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) in Region Four (Demerara-Mahaica). The highly contagious viral infection primarily affects young children but can spread to individuals of all ages. According to the ministry, an expert team conducted an initial assessment […]

March 10, 2025

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Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Malcolm Watkins, and representatives of local medical facilities today signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the $10,000 Universal Health Care Voucher programme, which was announced in the 2025 budget. This voucher caters for everyone, both adults and children, and allows for early screening tests of Non-Communicable Diseases […]

March 7, 2025

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More than 4,000 people in Guyana have received free hearing aids from the government over the past five years, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony said on Friday. Speaking at the launch of a support group for first-time hearing aid users, he said the initiative had significantly expanded since 2021. Figures show that 563 people benefited […]

March 4, 2025

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The Ministry of Public Health is tackling obesity by driving behavioural change, promoting healthy habits, and sensitising children. Dr. Lachmie Lall, Director of the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) Unit, highlighted these efforts in an exclusive interview with Ignite News. As Guyana joins the rest of the world to celebrate World Obesity Day 2025, Dr. Lall pointed […]

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Over 4,000 kits distributed to curb dengue surge in Region Six

Talks advance for mental health court

Second batch of doctors set for training to expand medical expertise

Diamond Hospital to become operational soon

Sod turned for $831M polyclinic in Campbellville

$43M mammogram machine commissioned at Suddie Hospital

Health Ministry investigating suspected cases of Foot and Mouth Disease

Agreements signed to improve eye care, other services

More than 4,000 receive free hearing aids

Obesity being tackled through behavioural change

GuySuCo CEO sues Mohamed for more than $10 million over Facebook post

Sufia Mohamed: late-night lessons, a mother's devotion and a radiologist dream

GECOM clarifies WIN scrutineer impasse rooted in APNU objection, not adverse finding

GuySuCo CEO sues Mohamed for more than $10 million over Facebook post

Sufia Mohamed: late-night lessons, a mother’s devotion and a radiologist dream

GECOM clarifies WIN scrutineer impasse rooted in APNU objection, not adverse finding