Improved surgical healthcare as Human Organ and Tissue Transplant Bill passed
The Human Organ and Tissue Transplant Bill 2021 was passed in the National Assembly on Monday. The Bill provides the legal framework for the...
Successful laparoscopy workshop empowers obstetrics & gynecology professionals
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) hosted a Fundamentals in Laparoscopy Workshop held on November 19 and 20,...
BREAKING NEWS: 1 dead, 8 suspected Swine Flu cases detected in Region 1
A medical team from Mabaruma Hospital, Region One, was deployed to Matthew's Ridge today after reports that some persons were exhibiting symptoms attributed to...
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...
Health Ministry to probe needle left inside baby’s buttocks
– The Ministry of Public Health has promised an investigation into the circumstances surrounding a broken syringe needle left inside the buttocks of...
Guyana records two more COVID-19 deaths
The Ministry of Health (MOH) regrettably informs that as of March 19, 2021, two more persons who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)...
Findings reveal infant died from respiratory problems – GPHC
Little Quavon Forde, who died a few months after his birth, was said to have suffered from respiratory issues according to the Georgetown Public...
Deaths of Berbice siblings may not be dengue-related, samples sent to lab for diagnosis...
As investigations continue into the deaths of the Berbice siblings who died a day apart from each other, health officials have sent samples to...
25 Medex unemployed 2 years after completing programme
Nearly two years after completing the Public Health Ministry’s Medex programme, several graduates are still awaiting employment.
According to a Guyana Times report, there are...
Govt improving services at National Psychiatric Hospital
Mental Health remains a priority area for the government, and the Ministry of Health has committed to improving the delivery of mental health services...
Recent Articles
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
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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...
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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...
Rosehall Estate factory workers protest over nonpayment of end-of-crop bonus
Workers attached to GuySuCo’s Rosehall Estate this morning downed tools and took to the street in protest action over an apparent nonpayment of a...