A DEACON WHOSE CONGREGATION LIES IN THE ICU
After thirty years as a Consultant Anaesthetist, Dr. Vivienne Mitchell-Amata answered a call—a call to serve. She was ordained a Deacon in the Anglican Church in December 2025. Already entrusted...
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Contraception is an important aspect of our reproductive lives and plays a vital role in helping individuals and couples plan their families and...
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Uterine fibroids is a very common condition affecting many women in the Caribbean. One study in JAMAICA suggested up to 80% of our...
Dr. Rishi L. ChandMarch 6, 2026
Dr. Deen Sharma: A Life of Service, Skill, and Innovation
Pandit Shivprasad Sharma used to ride past Queens College on his donkey cart on his way home to Kitty, where he sold loose...
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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
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