AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoOnline Child Safety: Guyana has launched a national consultation to tackle the harmful impact of social media on children, with plans for new protections and possible legislation drawing lessons from Australia, the UK and other countries. Public Health & Prevention: The head of Guyana’s Overseas Medical Assistance Team is urging lifestyle changes to curb non-communicable diseases like diabetes, stressing nutrition, exercise, rest, hydration and regular check-ups. Hinterland Medical Access: Region Seven residents are set to get better services, including a new government service centre in Bartica and upgrades to the Parika–Bartica route, while political debate continues over the adequacy of a refurbished water ambulance for medical evacuation. Health in the News (Accidents): A wheelchair-bound woman died in a Blairmont house fire, and a police corporal was seriously injured in a Hague Road motorcycle collision. Health & Wellness Awareness: A local commentary highlights rising ADHD and autism concerns among students post-pandemic, while another piece calls out the vaping epidemic and the need for stronger tobacco control.
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