Health Ministry moves to stem rising diabetes-related amputations
The Health Ministry has recorded a rising number of amputation cases in Guyana and is taking steps to limit this increase.
Health Minister Dr Frank...
Cuba, not Guyana, pulled medical brigade – Health Minister
The Government of Guyana did not terminate the Cuban Medical Brigade operating in the country, but rather the Cuban authorities made the decision to...
Optique, TT hospital collaborate in complex retinal surgery, saving child’s only seeing eye
In a landmark moment for advanced eye care in Guyana, Optique Eye Hospital, in collaboration with Trinidad Eye Hospital, successfully facilitated and delivered a...
No significant increase in dengue cases – Dr Anthony
The government has not recorded any significant increase in dengue, a common mosquito-borne disease.
Speaking on the sidelines of the opening of the Eccles Wellness...
GPHC installing window barriers after two patients die by suicide
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has begun implementing additional safety measures following two recent patient deaths by suicide within the institution.
During an interview...
Health Ministry commissions Eccles Wellness Centre to promote preventive care among staff
The Ministry of Health today commissioned a new Wellness Centre at Eccles, East Bank Demerara, marking a significant step in advancing preventive healthcare and...
With over 100 new cases annually, Guyana working to eliminate cervical cancer by 2050
PRESIDENTIAL COMMISSION ON THE PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF THE NCDs MESSAGE FOR INTERNATIONAL HPV AWARENESS DAY
Today, March 4th, is International HPV Awareness Day. The...
“We will manufacture medicines for the Caribbean” – Pres Ali outlines plan for regional...
The Guyana Government is building out an expansive healthcare sector that will see the country moving beyond merely buying and selling towards the manufacturing...
Patient who jumped to death at GPHC was on suicide watch; hospital concerned, launches...
See full statement from the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation:
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation regrets to inform the public of the untimely death of a...
Govt’s eyecare vouchers now available to all citizens
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has announced that eye testing services will be expanded nationwide this year, allowing anyone who requires an eye exam...
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Easter Messages 2026
See below for 2026 Easter Messages:
GAWU Easter message 2026
The Guyana Agricultural and General Workers Union (GAWU) extends warm Easter greetings to all Guyanese, particularly...
GCB defends Harpy Eagles selections amid controversy
Sinclair responds to disciplinary claims
By Michelangelo Jacobus
The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) has defended its decision to omit all-rounder Kevin Sinclair from the Guyana...
PSC condemns Suriname’s Corentyne River fees as anti-trade, anti-CSME & harmful to Guyanese livelihoods
See full statement below:
The Private Sector Commission (PSC) condemns in the strongest terms the imposition of fees by the Government of Suriname on vessels...
11 families receive new homes under Lethem Housing Support Initiative
For Judith Browne, today marked a truly memorable moment. Just days before celebrating her birthday, she received what she described as the perfect gift,...
Firearm, ammo found at No. 66 Village
Police in Regional Division #6 (East Berbice-Corentyne) are investigating the discovery of a firearm and ammunition that were found on Friday, April 3, 2026,...
Police Corporal slapped with corruption charge
See the statement below from the Guyana Police Force:
Akeem Semple, 30, a Police Corporal of Friendship, East Coast Demerara, has been charged in connection...
GCCI condemns Suriname’s attempts to stymie development in Berbice
See full statement below on Georgetown Chamber of Commerce & Industry condemning Suriname’s attempts to stymie development in Berbice, and lack of good faith and...
Govt committed to continue creating opportunities for every Guyanese – Dr Singh
Some 613 people from Regions Three and Four graduated from the Board of Industrial Training's Skills Training Programme at the National Cultural Centre on...
GOGEC supports Govt’s approach on fishing license discussions with Suriname
See full statement from the Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber (GOGEC):
The President of the Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber (GOGEC), Mr. Manniram...
MARAD, GTA conduct “Boat Captain” training for Mahaica River residents
The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD), in collaboration with the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA), recently conducted a Boat Captain training session for residents along the...
