MOH hopes to procure antiviral treatments for Monkeypox
Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony is hopeful that Guyana can procure some emergency use antiviral treatments for Monkeypox as soon as...
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Aug 23, 20222 min read
Health Ministry sets up Special Response team to advise on Monkeypox
The Ministry of Health has created a Special Monkeypox Committee that will serve to advice healthcare professionals on potential...
Aug 23, 20222 min read
“Covid doesn’t exempt anyone” – Health Minister warns parents to vaccinate children
Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony renews call for parents to vaccinate their children as his Ministry continues to work with the Ministry...
Aug 22, 20221 min read
Update: Monkeypox patient isolated; persons who were in contact also quarantined
A 57-year-old man from Region Four is Guyana's first monkeypox patient and is being isolated at the Infectious Diseases Hospital in...
Aug 22, 20221 min read
Breaking News: Guyana confirms first monkeypox case
Guyana has confirmed its first case of the monkeypox virus, a well-placed source within the Ministry of Health has revealed. MTV News...
Aug 22, 20221 min read
Screening services to be introduced in schools to prevent learning loss, detect health issues
The Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Ministry of Education are currently developing a ‘package of services’ to be offered to...
Aug 20, 20222 min read
Early treatment of ‘clubfoot’ children gets renewed focus as training for rehab personnel launched
The Ministry of Health has collaborated with MiracleFeet, a US based non-profit organisation, which works to create universal access to...
Aug 14, 20223 min read
President Ali disappointed with Region Six REO and REDO, several projects planned to improve lives o
- The president hosts successful meetings in the region. President Irfaan Ali has been visiting riverine and hinterland communities...
Aug 14, 20221 min read
GRPA to recommence comprehensive sex education in schools
Prior to the onset of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on Guyana’s shores, the Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA) held...
Aug 10, 20222 min read
US$1.2M Leonora SMART Hospital commissioned
Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring the best possible health care for...
Aug 9, 20221 min read
Guyana receives more Pfizer pediatric COVID-19 from US
Guyana on Tuesday received a shipment of 52,800 Pfizer pediatric vaccines from the United States of America (USA). This brings the total...
Aug 9, 20222 min read
Couples thinking of engaging multiple sex partners should get tested before having sex-GRPA urges
Couples and individuals thinking of engaging in multiple sexual partners are encouraged to get tested to ensure there is no risk of...
Aug 8, 20221 min read
$3.1B approved for Amerindian Development; Food security, youth empowerment among priorities
The Committee of Supply on Monday approved $3.1 billion in supplementary funds for Amerindian development in the National Assembly....
Aug 5, 20221 min read
“Attractive opportunities” coming for healthcare workers as Minister projects high retention rate
Healthcare workers over the years have been migrating from Guyana to seek better opportunities overseas. But Minister of Health Dr Frank...
Aug 5, 20222 min read
“Upfront” treatment available for persons who believe they are vulnerable to HIV- Health Minister
Persons who feel they are at a risk of contracting the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are being advised and encouraged to start...
Aug 2, 20221 min read
GPHC commissions 40 chamber walk-in mortuary
Last month, the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) commissioned its newly constructed 40 chamber walk-in mortuary refrigerator...
Jul 31, 20221 min read
Over 50 benefit from Medical outreach, hampers in Wakenaaam held by Bait- Ur- Rahna
A team from Bait- Ur- Rahna- a Muslim organisation, today hosted a series of activities on the island of Wakenaam, where residents...
Jul 29, 20221 min read
Part of Covid-19 hospital to be prepared for cases of monkeypox- Health Minister
While there are no reported or recorded cases of monkeypox in Guyana at this time the Ministry of Health is making headways with...
Jul 27, 20221 min read
Jagdeo tests positive for covid-19 while in the US
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday while overseas on an official State visit to the United States...
Jul 23, 20221 min read
Men who have sex with men are more vulnerable to monkey pox-Health Minister
Men who are engaged in sexual activities with other men are more vulnerable to contract monkey pox. This is according to Minister of...
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