More than 2000 residents of West Demerara benefited from Medical outreach

 

West coast Demerara : The Health Ministry held a medical outreach at the Wales Community Center where 2494 residents received medical attention in a number of areas. This outreach was held in partnership with Guyana Sugar Corporation (GUYSUCO), the Guyana Agricultural and General Workers’ Union (GAWU) and the West Demerara Regional Hospital.

The services offered encompassed general medical checkup (outpatient), dental care, TB sensitisation/educational session, voluntary counselling and testing, VIA screening for cervical cancer, eye care and a blood donation drive was held.

The Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Regional Democratic Council of Region 3 will be hosting a similar medical outreach at the Caria Caria Primary School on October 30.