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Heart diseases account for 32% of deaths caused in Guyana- Health Minister

Public Health Minister Volda Lawrence during a presentation on Thursday on the importance of cardiac health revealed that Guyana’s population is currently being faced...

71-Y-O man is Guyana’s 207th COVID-19 death

The Ministry of Health has reported that another person who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has died. This takes the total number of...

6 new COVID-19 cases recorded as cases climb to 215

The Ministry of Public Health has announced that of the 84 tests that were done, there are six new cases, bringing the total number...

Healthcare services improving as govt confront certain chronic problems – MOH

See below for a statement from the Ministry of Health on healthcare services in Guyana:  The health sector performance has drastically improved over the last...

Covid-19 death toll jumps to 567

Two more women and a man who were infected with the novel coronavirus have died. The latest fatalities are two women aged 83 and...

Dr Anthony says COVID-19 vaccine can be taken soon after recovery from infection

Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Frank Anthony says it is safe for people to take the COVID-19 vaccine immediately after their recovery from the...

Gold miner who swallowed cocaine pellets to face Court tomorrow

The gold miner who was caught with 518 grammes of cocaine in his undergarments on Thursday last at the Ogle Airport, East Coast Demerara...

“Life is a big deal” – Min Lawrence at HPV awareness concert

Hundreds turned out at the Stabroek Market Square, Georgetown for the “Big Deal Concert”. Hosted by the Ministry of Health, on Saturday, the concert aimed...

Govt in negotiations to secure vaccines for children

The Guyana Government is actively engaged in negotiations with various organisations in an attempt to source vaccines for children. “We are in negotiations to see...

2 unvaccinated persons from Region Six die from Covid

Two more persons who were infected with the novel coronavirus have died, resulting in the country’s death toll rising to 1042. The latest fatalities are...

Recent Articles

GCCI blasts authorities for lack of action against reckless truck drivers

  See full statement from the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI): Consternation at the inadequate management of the road usage by heavy duty trucks The...

Evaluation criteria for contractors should be revised – Jagdeo

The evaluation criteria employed by the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) for contractors should be revised to allow new companies to bid...

Govt ‘not desperately looking to sell’ Marriott Hotel – Jagdeo

The government may have to reopen bids for the sale of the Guyana Marriott Hotel at Kingston, Georgetown following the passing of the highest...

Massy Motors becomes authorised distributor of Mahindra vehicles in Guyana

See full statement from Massy Motors:  Mahindra, a global leader in automotive industry, has announced its partnership with Massy Motors. This collaboration marks the beginning...

Duo charged over solar panels stolen from school in Bartica

Two men have been charged in relation to the theft of solar panels from the Two Miles Primary School in Bartica, Region Seven.  Shawn Caesar,...

Miner dies after he was unable to get help, days after tree fell on...

See full statement from the Guyana Police Force:  Police in Regional Division #7 are currently investigating an incident that resulted in the death of Sherman...

GTI hosts “Jill of All Trades” exhibition

The Government Technical Institute (GTI) on Thursday hosted "Jill of All Trades" exhibition, at the GTI campus in Georgetown. Hosted under the theme “Promoting Females...

Fire destroys sections of Linden Market

A fire of unknown origin last night erupted at the Linden Municipal Market in Region Ten (Upper Demerara-Berbice), destroying several stalls. The fire began at...

Fire Service to use statistical analysis to expand, better protect communities

The Guyana Fire Service (GFS) will now be better equipped to respond to or analyse trends and areas for improvement in fire prevention and...

Guyana to launch World Premier League to elevate regional cricket brand – President Ali

Chairman of CARICOM, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced that the government is working with the West Indies Cricket Board and the International...