AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCancer Care Partnerships: Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony says Guyana is strengthening ties with global cancer leaders like Mount Sinai, Northwell, MD Anderson, McMaster and India’s National Cancer Institute to improve prevention, diagnosis and treatment, including cervical cancer work. Health Access in Hinterland: Dr Anthony handed over vehicles to Regions 9 and 10 to help health teams transport staff, supplies and reach remote communities. Cancer Screening Push: The Health Ministry continues urging wider screening as 704 positive cancer cases were recorded so far in 2026. Road Safety Tragedy: Post-mortem results confirm a 10-year-old, Gabriela Rodrigues, died from liver lacerations and shock after a hit-and-run motorcycle crash; the case file is headed to the DPP. Court Update (Bail): A Corentyne labourer accused in the fatal hit-and-run of headteacher Sonia Natasha Williams was denied bail. Public Health Infrastructure: Sheriff Hospital lab joins a growing list of nationally certified laboratories. Social Services: The Human Services ministry highlights expanded childcare, disability support, women’s empowerment and family violence services. NIS Coverage: NIS contributor base grew 41% over five years, adding nearly 80,000 contributors, as jobs expand across multiple sectors. Sports & Youth: GFDA launches an invitational grassroots Under-13 boys league starting today.
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