What Is COVID-19
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.
Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer are more likely to develop serious illness.
Latest News On COVID-19 In Guyana
National Public Health Reference Laboratory Awarded GYS 170 Certification
The National Public Health Reference Laboratory (NPHRL) was officially awarded the prestigious GYS 170 Certification during a ceremony at the Ministry of Health’s Conference Room. This certification underscores the laboratory’s unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier [...]
Contract for e-health record system to be signed soon
The government will soon sign a contract for the development of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system aimed at digitising medical records, thereby revolutionising the health sector. Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony made this [...]
54 graduated from healthcare, physician leadership programme
Fifty-four healthcare professionals countrywide have gained essential interpersonal and practical skills to enhance management and service delivery, after completing the Masters Certificate in Healthcare and Physician Leadership programme. The cohort included 24 physicians and 30 [...]
Yasukari residents benefit from expanded health centre
In line with its commitment to expanding healthcare access, the Yakusari Health Centre in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) has been expanded to accommodate the growing needs of the community. This project was facilitated by the [...]