Breast cancer accounts for most cancer diagnosis locally – Dr Anthony
The Ministry of Health is doing everything possible to fight and win the battle against cancer in Guyana starting with a myriad of strategies...
Over 300 critically-ill pregnant women saved at GPHC this year
A total of 785 babies were admitted to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation's (GPHC) Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) and step-down units this year.
Of that...
GPHC needs 600+ more nurses, additional beds to improve services
While the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has made significant strides towards building a world-class healthcare system, the availability of beds for patients and...
Construction of Enmore regional hospital advancing
The construction of the Enmore Regional Hospital along the East Coast of Demerara, Region Four is advancing, as the government continues to make significant...
Dr Gobin was a true pillar of our healthcare community – MOH
See full statement from the Ministry of Health:
(December 21, 2023)- On behalf of the Ministry of Health and the medical fraternity, we express our...
Dr Neville Gobin dies
Managing Director of Woodlands Limited Dr Neville Gobin has died at the age of 75.
The hospital made the announcement moments ago.
See full statement below:
JN.1: What to know about the new Covid variant surging in the US
A new coronavirus variant is making the rounds in headlines this week: the JN.1 subvariant.
From 30 October to 5 November, the JN.1 subvariant was...
38 to graduate from first ever Biomedical Technician Training Initiative
The Ministry of Health (MOH) announces the successful conclusion of the first round of the Biomedical Technician Training Initiative, a groundbreaking programme funded by...
Massive tumour removed from Essequibo woman at GPHC
In a remarkable medical feat, a 44-year-old female patient from Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), underwent life-saving gynaecological surgery at the Georgetown Public Hospital...
GPHC elevates dental services at key health centres
See full statement from the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation:
Embarking on a transformative journey in dental care, the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) proudly reveals...
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Deadly GDF helicopter crash: 5 days remaining for stakeholder feedback on black box findings...
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1 million passengers transited through ports of entry in 2024
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Over 60 contractors ordered to pay liquidated damages for delayed works – Edghill
In a move to enforce accountability and ensure timely project completions, the Government has ordered over 60 defaulting contractors to pay liquidated damages to...
“Local politics” hindering progress on new Demerara River bridge – Edghill
Public Works Minister Juan Edghill has blamed political influences for the recent delays in the aspects of the new bridge across the Demerara River.
Only...
Farmer drowns at lower Pomeroon River
Arnold Abrams, a 56-year-old farmer of Grant Maria's Delight, Lower Pomeroon River in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), has drowned.
The incident occurred sometime between 16:00 hours...
Pres. Ali lauds model hydroponics farm on EBD
President Dr Irfaan Ali visited the CV (Craig Vegetables) Hydroponics Farm at Friendship on the East Bank of Demerara on Friday afternoon.
During the visit,...
56 new wells completed in 2024 to advance potable water access
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This...
Govt developing new national housing policy
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15 contractors terminated by Housing Ministry
The Ministry of Housing has terminated the services of 15 delinquent contractors following complaints of substandard works and failure to meet project terms and...