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Map of Guyana utilizes a colour key to identify the number of locations where malaria microscopy is done; the main malaria hot spots; and the main health facilities.
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Humans , Male , Female , Malaria , Catchment Area, Health , Geographical Localization of Risk , Geographic Locations , Guyana/epidemiologyABSTRACT
The document highlights the achievements made in the public health system in Guyana as well as the challenges faced during the past fifty years. It provides an analysis of the country context, the health systems and services, the epidemiological profile, the achievements and challenges, and the health targets for the next fifty years. The Epidemiological profile addresses diseases surveillance and disease profile, including measles, malaria, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, dengue, cardiovascular, hypertension, diabetes and cancer.
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Humans , Male , Female , Public Health , Health Services , Guyana/epidemiologyABSTRACT
The preparation of Health Vision 2020 reflects the collaborative work of a number of governmental agencies, programmes and stakeholders under the leadership of the Ministry of Health. The technical drafting and coordination of the strategy development was completed by the Planning Unit of the Ministry, led by my office and facilitated with assistance from PanAmerican Health Organization/ World Health Organization Consultant. We are grateful for the considered support and technical cooperation given by the PAHO/WHO, whose assistance made possible the successful completion of this critical document. I wish to recognize the invaluable contribution by the Honourable Minister Dr. Bheri Ramsaran in providing guidance on the overall vision and general strategic direction aligned to the government's health commitment to the people of Guyana. The insight of the Parliamentary Secretary, Mr. Joseph Hamilton, Permanent Secretary, Mr. Leslie Cadogan and Deputy Permanent Secretary, Mr. Trevor Thomas in supporting the development of the strategic framework, defining the polices for Health Vision 2020 and ensuring wide stakeholder contribution added tremendous value to the multifaceted inputs into the strategy. I, on behalf of the Ministry, take this opportunity to acknowledge the contributions made by stakeholders within and outside the health sector of Guyana, in particular our programme directors and health workers, regional officers and other managers in the health system, clinicians in the private and public sectors, counterparts in other sectors and government agencies, civil society organizations, faith based organizations, the media and other partners in health. Sincerest thanks are extended to members of the general public and all people of Guyana for who this strategy was developed. The ministry looks forward to your full support and thanks you in advance for your feedback as we all strive to ensure that all persons in Guyana enjoy good health
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National Health Strategies , Total Quality Management , Health Promotion , National Health Programs/standards , Patient-Centered Care , Public-Private Sector Partnerships , GuyanaABSTRACT
Use of malaria medicines is essential and critical in our response to the malaria situation in Guyana. It is part of the final link between patients and health services. Availability of malaria medicines and diagnostic supplies can only be realized by improving the opportunity to manage these commodities in an efficient manner. For these reasons, this manual will address all aspects of the pharmaceutical management cycle. The manual provides basic information for the successful operation of the supply chain for Malaria Medicines and Supplies. The intention is to use this manual for training and orientation of health workers in best practices of the drug management cycle, in pursuit of securing performance improvements to the malaria program.
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Humans , Male , Female , Infant , Child, Preschool , Child , Adolescent , Adult , Young Adult , Antimalarials/supply & distribution , Health Facilities/standards , Laboratory Chemicals/supply & distribution , Malaria/prevention & control , Pharmacy Administration/standards , Malaria/diagnosis , Malaria/therapy , Vector Control of DiseasesABSTRACT
Evalúa la evolución de los sistemas de agua potable y saneamiento durante el período 1980 - 1990. Analiza la situación actual y muestra cifras indicadoras del mejoramiento de estos servicios y los montos de inversión por parte de las agencias de cooperación internacional. Identifica las principales limitaciones para el desarrollo del sector y plantea estrategias para el futuro