Tuesday, August 5, 2025
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, 6 August 2025 — During his official visit to Guyana from 21–23 July, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), met with national leaders to reaffirm the organization’s commitment to supporting Guyana’s health agenda. He praised Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, for his leadership in transforming the country’s health infrastructure, emphasizing that Anthony’s efforts to eliminate over 30 diseases, including malaria, TB, HIV, hepatitis B, and cervical cancer, are commendable. Barbosa also highlighted PAHO’s regional collaboration, such as an innovative alliance with the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank to strengthen primary health care. He encouraged countries to use their existing loans to renovate facilities, train health workers, and improve connectivity. Mental health and suicide prevention were also highlighted as top priorities, with a focus on early detection and reducing stigma. Dr. Barbosa acknowledged the collaborative work of the PAHO/WHO Guyana CO team, which includes international staff, consultants, and national officers, highlighting the organization's longstanding partnership with Guyana since 1956.
Reference: PAHO Director Commends Guyana’s Health Transformation During Official VisitLabels: PAHO
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