Bullying Among School-Aged Children
Bullying is an intentional and harmful act that targets individuals emotionally, physically, or mentally. It is an issue facing many school-aged children in Guyana. Every day, reports of bullying emerge,...
Dr. Gaitri SatramAugust 8, 2026
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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
Problem Eaters: Beyond the Broccoli Battle
If you’re a parent of a toddler, you understand the familiar scene well. You put effort into preparing a balanced meal, maybe chicken,...
Dr. Arjune HarinarainJune 11, 2026
Visiting the Preterm Baby at Home: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Congratulations, Mom and Dad! Your little one has graduated from the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) Bringing home a preterm baby (a “preemie”)...
Dr. Padmini PersaudJune 3, 2026
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Uterine Fibroids: Symptoms, Risks and Treatment Options
Uterine fibroids is a very common condition affecting many women in the Caribbean. One study in JAMAICA suggested up to 80% of our population have uterine fibroids and even more...
Dr. Rishi L. ChandMarch 6, 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....
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...
Susan AllsoppDecember 8, 2025
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...
Susan AllsoppDecember 3, 2025
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...
Dr. Dev PersaudNovember 7, 2025
Advancing Breast Cancer Detection in Guyana: Expanding Access, Saving Lives
Breast Cancer: Early Detection Saves Lives Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in...
Dr. Samantha SinghOctober 30, 2025
The Positive Aspects of Aesthetic Enhancement
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