Public health, hospitals, and wellbeing news affecting communities nationwide.
The emergency department at the Georgetown Public Hospital is recording wait times of around one hour for most cases, with life-threatening emergencies prioritised for immediate attention. It is deemed among the fastest in the region, according to Emergency Medicine Specialist…
The emergency department at the Georgetown Public Hospital is recording wait times of around one hour for most cases, with…
Pregnancy is often described as one of life's greatest joys, yet many women continue to associate childbirth with fear and risk. Researchers from the University of Guyana and the University of California, Berkeley are hoping to change that conversation through a new exhibition…
By Dr. Telford Layne Jr. PsyD, MSc. Postgrad, BSc. (Kaieteur News) – The sinking of the MV Barima on July 18, 2026, was not only a maritime disaster; it was a profound psychological wound. The tragedy produced fear, anger, helplessness, guilt and a deep loss of trust. As I provide psychological care for some survivors, relatives […] The post C-PTSD: Grief, National Re-traumatisation and Closure appeared first on Kaieteur News.
(Kaieteur News) – As parents and guardians prepare children for the new school term, selecting the right footwear is about more than meeting school dress code requirements. Comfort, protection, durability, and proper fit are equally important to support children’s health and well-being throughout the school year. To help consumers make informed purchasing decisions during the back-to-school […] The post GNBS IN FOCUS: CHOOSE PROPERLY LABELLED FOOTWEAR FOR A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE RETURN TO SCHOOL appeared first on Kaieteur News.
Pregnancy is often celebrated as one of life's happiest moments. Yet for many women, conversations about childbirth remain dominated by fear, risk and survival. One researcher wants to change that. After years studying pregnancy and childbirth in Guyana, Dr. Pere de Roy is…
Creative showcasing of traditional African dishes by some of Guyana's leading health workers ahead of Emancipation Day celebrations tomorrow. Photographs courtesy of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation.
Collaboration on care for children, women and the elderly was discussed today between Human Services and Social Security Minister Dr Vindhya Persaud and the leadership from Artemis Hospital, including Founder and Chief Executive Officer Prakash Tyqgi and Dr Aditya Promod…
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