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“We must act now to prevent our young people from becoming the next generation of smokers.” — Minister Anthony

The Ministry of Health’s Non-Communicable Diseases Programme hosted a Training of Trainers on Tobacco Cessation Continuing Medical Education (CME) session on Saturday at Parc Rayne, Georgetown. The session brought together health professionals from across the country, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to strengthen tobacco cessation services within the public health system. In […]

Guyana Positions Itself as a Global Example in NCD and Mental Health Response

At a time when non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health disorders are exacting a heavy toll worldwide, Guyana is carving out an unlikely role: as a blueprint for how developing countries can turn political will into tangible health outcomes. That was the message delivered by Dr. Mahendra Carpen, Presidential Adviser on Science and Healthcare Modernisation […]

Health Minister Urges Guyanese To Take Cardiovascular Health Seriously In Recent World Heart Day Statement

In a recent address for World Heart Day 2025, Guyana’s Health Minister, Dr. Frank Anthony, delivered a wake-up call to every citizen in relation to the global cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) reign as the leading killers in health crises. In his statement, the minister stated that CDVS claim nearly 17 million lives each year with Guyana […]

Guyana highlights Legislative Resolve at UNGA “Life Sciences” event on NCDs & Mental Health

Guyana’s health leadership took center stage at the UNGA Life Sciences event, themed “NCDs and Mental Health: Legislative Leadership for a Global Turning Point.” Honourable Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony shared remarks, underscoring how strong legal frameworks and public health programmes can transform lives. In his address, Minister Anthony pointed to tangible examples from […]

First ECT clinic opens in Guyana – treatment targets patients unresponsive to conventional therapy

Guyana has opened its first Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Clinic at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), giving new hope to patients battling severe mental health conditions who have not improved with standard treatments. The facility, launched on Friday, September 19, 2025, is the result of a partnership between the Ministry of Health, GPHC, and the […]

Gov’t pushes sweeping healthcare upgrades; supply chain overhaul, digitised records, new dialysis units

The government has outlined a significant overhaul of Guyana’s healthcare system, with upgrades ranging from modernised supply chains and digitised patient records to new dialysis units across the regions. According to President Dr Irfaan Ali, work is already underway to strengthen the Material Management Unit (MMU) and regional bonds. A firm has been contracted to […]