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 in the end, all human beings are...
Dr. Kanchana Bandara-Coore & Dr. Balichand PermashwarJune 30, 2026
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Heart Palpitations: Causes, Warning Signs, and When to Seek Help
Is Your Heart Skipping a Beat? Let’s Talk About Palpitations Many people experience a fast heartbeat or a racing sensation in the chest,...
Dr. Dhanesh PersaudMay 19, 2026
Understanding Lupus: A Guide for the Guyanese and Caribbean Community
What is Lupus? Systemic Lupus Erythematosus or Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions worldwide but is also prevalent in Guyana...
Dr. Jagindra N MangruMay 11, 2026
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...
Susan AllsoppApril 10, 2026
Short-Term Caribbean Medical Missions: Life-Saving Relief or Unsustainable Medical Tourism?
Medical missions are frequently celebrated for providing essential surgeries and screenings; however, their long-term effectiveness remains a subject of ongoing debate. While these...
Dr. Balichand PermashwarMarch 29, 2026
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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. Many Guyanese hear the word “dialysis” or...
Dr. Baldeo SinghJanuary 5, 2026
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Advancing Breast Cancer Detection in Guyana: Expanding Access, Saving Lives
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The Positive Aspects of Aesthetic Enhancement
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Dr. Shefali SinghOctober 19, 2025
Obesity and Metabolic Health: Understanding the Link, Causes, and Prevention
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Dr. Moti RamgopalSeptember 26, 2025
Stem Cell Therapy: A New Frontier in Healing
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After the Miracle: The Other Side of Motherhood
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