Guyana records 68th Covid-19 death
The Ministry of Health (MOH) regrettably informs that as of 13:00hrs on September 22nd, 2020, one other person who tested positive for the novel...
35 new Covid cases recorded from 353 tests
Guyana has recorded 35 new Covid-19 cases from 353 tests, bringing the total confirmed cases to 5,189 as of November 24, 2020.
The total number...
Mental Health needs to be placed high on agenda – Cathy Hughes
By Fareeza Haniff
– Alliance For Change (AFC) Member and Parliamentarian, Cathy Hughes believes that the issue of mental health needs to be placed...
Govt introduces new requirements for importation of medical devices
The Government Analyst Food and Drug Department (GA-FDD) wishes to inform the general public, particularly importers of medical devices of new importation requirements.
These requirements...
Minister Norton referred to Privileges Committee for misleading Parliament
Public Health Minister, Dr George Norton was today directed to the Parliamentary Committee of Privileges as a case has been made out against the Minister over his...
Two men die from Covid-19; death toll at 184
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has announced that as of February 10, 2021, two more persons who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)...
New GPHC Board sworn-in
will prioritise computerisation of patient records
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) today swore in its new board members. The ceremony which was held at...
Penalties for persons flouting mandatory mask-wearing orders
Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony has warned that persons who choose not to wear a mask when in public can be fined.
He explained...
Health in 2016: A year of serious challenges- PAHO
The Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) has described 2016 as a year of “serious challenges” for health in the Caribbean and other places in...
Significant boost for Region 9 district hospitals with new Ultrasound units
Ultrasound services will now be offered to residents of Annai, Karasabai, Aishalton and Sand Creek in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo), eliminating the need...
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Update: Long Creek accident claims life of 5th victim
A fifth person has died in the fatal accident which occurred on Monday morning at Long Creek, Soesdyke Linden Highway.
Police in a short statement...
LTW 2024 records high influx of visitors compared to previous years – Sears
As the curtains were pulled on the 2024 Linden Town Week, Committee Member, Devin Sears reported that there has been a spike in attendance...
Guyana’s wood-tracking system to be overhauled, replaced with digital system – EU Ambassador
Guyana’s wood tracking system, which is important for ensuring loggers are complying with the law but relies heavily on paper will soon be digitised.
This...
Siblings among 4 die in 2-vehicle smash-up at Long Creek
Siblings, Rushelle Leacock and Eddo Leacock were identified as two of the four persons who died in the early morning two-vehicle smash-up at Long...
CGX pushes start-up of Berbice Deep-Water Port to late 2024
Canadian-based CGX Energy Inc’s Berbice Deep-Water Port (BDWP) Project continues to face delays as its start-up has once again been pushed back to later...
Cargo passing through CJIA increased by 84% – CJIA Chair
says over 11 million kilos of cargo passed through CJIA compared to 6.1 million in 2015
In keeping with the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C)...
Bus park fatal stabbing: Suspects, 14 & 15, told police intent was to rob...
The two teenagers, who were arrested for the fatal stabbing of 33-year-old John Williams at the Route 44 minibus park in Georgetown on Saturday...
31-Y-O arrested with gun, ammo
A 31-year-old mill operator was arrested by police today after he was found in possession of a firearm and matching ammunition - for which...
Decomposed body of man found in Mahaica home
The decomposed body of a male was discovered at his Mahaica, East Coast Demerara home on Saturday.
Dead is 50-year-old Daneshwar Sawh called "Derrick", a...
Teen nabbed for setting WCB house on fire
A 19-year-old female is now in police custody after she allegedly set her mother-in-law's house on fire.
The incident occurred at about 11:00 hours on...