GPHC making headway with minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has once again advanced its provision of surgical care by performing first-of-a-kind minimally invasive laparoscopic surgeries.
Historically, most abdominal...
GPHC delivers triplets for 1st time since 2021
Three bouncing baby boys were delivered at the Georgetown Public Hospital Cooperation on February 28, 2023 to parent Christine Crystal Hope.
The 26-year-old second-time mother...
IDRF, Texila University sign MOU to strengthen initiatives to address mental health
The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF), implementing agency of the Global Affairs Canada (GAC) funded ‘Safeguarding the Human Dignity & Rights of Populations...
5,040 Paxlovid pills arrive in Guyana for treatment of COVID-19 patients
Guyana’s capacity to treat COVID-19 has been enhanced, as the Ministry of Health received 5,040 Paxlovid pills from UNICEF, amounting to $1 million, Monday...
41% males, 56% females are obese in Guyana – Chronic Diseases Unit
With over 50 per cent of Guyanese suffering from obesity in Guyana, glaring statistics show that women make up a higher percentage of those...
Govt to launch wellness initiative to promote healthier lifestyle among citizen
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has announced that the government will soon be launching a wellness initiative aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles among Guyanese.
“Later...
Over 400 persons benefit from medical outreach in Baramita
Food for the Poor Guyana in collaboration with the Region One (Barima-Waini) Regional Democratic Council (RDC) and the Baramita Health Centre held a two-day...
Govt closing loopholes that resulted in $11B worth of drugs being dumped under APNU+AFC
The loopholes that allowed $11 billion worth of drugs and medical supplies to be wasted, as well as the dumping of a further $1.1...
84 persons so far receive $600k cheques for dialysis assistance
Eighty-four hemodialysis patients have received cheques valued at $600,000 each, to help subsidise their treatment expenses, as the government rolls out its dialysis treatment...
GRPA launches new HIV care and treatment services
The Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA) recently launched its new HIV care and treatment services for People living with HIV (PLHIV).
The GRPA joins the...
Recent Articles
Cousin now charged with murder of Linden cop
Twenty-seven-year-old Fawazz McRae was today charged with the murder of 32-year-old police sergeant Jermaine Semple, whom he shot in the head during a fight...
Major boost for Santa Mission’s agriculture as Govt delivers new tractor
Residents of Santa Mission can now expand their agriculture production, with a new tractor provided by government.
Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai, handed over...
With almost US$1B in bauxite reserves, Govt still hoping to set up alumina plant
While he did not pronounce on a timeframe, Natural Resources Minister Vickram Bharrat has indicated that the government is still exploring the possibility of...
Siblings open shop featuring exotic plants from around the world
By: Tassia Dickenson
A love for plants among three siblings led to the formation of a unique store featuring exotic plants from around the...
Letter: Is UG positioned to promote ‘Inclusivity, Diversity, and Fairness?’
Dear Editor,
Given the pre-occupation of a segment of the population with allegations of racism and discrimination, the University of Guyana, as the leading educational...
Authorities to reassign State land from overseas holders who exploit small farmers by subletting...
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has sounded a warning against the subletting of State lands in the Mahaica Mahaicony Abary/Agricultural Development Authority (MMA/ADA), noting that...
Republic Bank is new CPL title sponsor; tournament set for Aug 16 to Sept...
Republic Bank Limited, the largest indigenous bank in the English-speaking Caribbean, has been announced as the new Title Sponsor and Official Bank of the...
Guyana now capable of inspecting helidecks
Guyana is now able to inspect and issue helideck licenses, further equipping the nation with the necessary skills to significantly develop its burgeoning oil...
St Lucia offers Guyana assistance with tourism & hospitality sector
Tourism, Industry and Commerce Minister Oneidge Walrond is currently in St Lucia for a two-day official visit, and among the things she will pursue...
DDL records $5.3B after-tax profit for 2022
Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL) has recorded a total after-tax profit of $5.3 billion for the year 2022, alongside a turnover of $31.4 billion, all...