Termination of Pregnancy (TOP): What Women in Guyana Should Know
“Abortion” remains one of the most widely debated and misunderstood aspects of sexual and reproductive healthcare. For decades, discussions surrounding abortion have been shaped by cultural beliefs, religious perspectives, political...
Dr. Ingram McDougalSeptember 18, 2026
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The Roots of Resilience: Why Therapy Matters from Childhood Onward
“Life is not lived in a straight line. Life is more like a spiral that has turns, pivots, changes and roundabouts, but it...
Dr. Indhira HarryJuly 30, 2026
Saving the Smallest Lives: Dr. Kushal Raghubir on the Evolution of Neonatal Care
Sixty years ago, the tiniest human being at birth barely had a chance of survival, and far less chance of growing into an...
Susan AllsoppJuly 25, 2026
Chest Pain: What to Do and When to Worry
Understanding Cardiac and Non-Cardiac Causes, Warning Signs, and When to Seek Care Chest pain is one of the most common reasons people seek...
Dr. Letika Singh PersaudJuly 10, 2026
Hospice and Palliative Care: Finding Our Way in the Caribbean.
Palliative Care (PC) at its heart is a response to suffering that aims to comfort what we cannot cure. Suffering is universal, and...
Dr. Kanchana Bandara-Coore & Dr. Balichand PermashwarJune 30, 2026
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The Economics of Health: Building a Stronger Guyana
Health is often viewed as a social issue, but it is just as much an economic one. In developing countries, a strong health system stabilizes communities, supports productivity, and strengthens...
Sachin PersaudMarch 19, 2026
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A New Chapter in Preventive Care: Guyana’s Comprehensive School Screening Programme
The Ministry of Health in Guyana (MOH), in collaboration with its partner Mount Sinai Health System, developed a comprehensive screening programme for school-age...
Dr. Ertenisa HamiltonFebruary 6, 2026
Understanding Modern Weight Management: Beyond the Hype of Ozempic and Emerging Therapies
Public engagement around weight loss has intensified, driven by heightened awareness of disease prevention, the influence of social media, and an evolving pharmaceutical...
Dr. Yogesh Kumar EtwaruJanuary 12, 2026
Kidney Disease in Guyana: The Silent Crisis We Can No Longer Ignore
A Silent but Growing Crisis As a doctor working in Guyana, one of the conditions I see every single day is kidney disease....
Dr. Baldeo SinghJanuary 5, 2026
Understanding Osteoporosis: What You Need to Know
What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a silent, progressive bone disease, characterized by reduced bone strength and a high risk of fractures with minor...
Dr. Balichand PermashwarDecember 16, 2025
Spiced Barbecue Chicken
A smoky, vibrant twist on a classic favourite This flavour-packed recipe elevates traditional barbecue chicken by incorporating both fresh and powdered turmeric. The...
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SPICE AND YOUR BRAIN
The term “spicy food”, often used by restaurants in the Western Hemisphere, is sometimes misleading. Spicy does not necessarily mean “pepper hot.” A...
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Evaluating Subfertility: The First Steps to Finding the Cause
Understanding Subfertility The term “barren woman” has biblical roots and is still used in our society to describe women who are unable to...
Dr. Ravindra HardyalNovember 13, 2025
Health Screening for Women: 10 Essential Tests
“Prevention is the best medicine” is an old adage familiar to many. It is a philosophy that advocates for a healthy lifestyle, with...
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