Community
Highlight stories, initiatives, and efforts that bring people together to improve public health and support local wellness.
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
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...
Sachin PersaudMarch 19, 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...
Susan AllsoppFebruary 18, 2026
STRIDE592 IN ACTION: Building a heart healthy Guyana
Healthy Hearts – Enabling Thriving Workforces and Joyful Communities Cardiovascular diseases are among the leading causes of death globally, and Guyana is no...
Onika Jervis & Janis Davis-StreetAugust 11, 2025
Chelsea Edgehill: From Guyana to the World Stage
Chelsea’s story began when she was just nine years old, when her family decided not to travel to the US for their usual...
Dr. Shanti Singh-AnthonyFebruary 20, 2025
Join the Fight for Lymphaticfilariasis Elimination: A Community Call to Action
Introduction Imagine a world where a mosquito bite could lead to debilitating health challenges. This is the reality of Lymphatic filariasis (LF), caused...
Reza Niles-RobinFebruary 5, 2025
