AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCommunity Care: A volunteer medical outreach in Mocha screened about 100 residents, including seniors, for high blood pressure and diabetes, and provided health supplies and medical vouchers. Rural Health: Nineteen newly graduated Medex are expected to strengthen services in hinterland and underserved communities, with placements being identified. Youth Health: Guyana’s new restrictions on vape imports aim to curb young people’s access; parents and organisations have backed the move, while businesses warn enforcement must prevent illegal sales. Mental Health: PAHO says suicide deaths among people aged 10–24 across the Americas rose 38% from 2000 to 2021, underscoring calls for stronger school and community support. A mental-health programme has reached nine Region Two secondary schools. Treatment Access: Free government dialysis is now available at six additional regional hospitals, and construction is planned for a National Neurological Rehabilitation Centre.
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