Guyana is set to play pivotal leadership roles at PAHO and WHO.

Source: https://guyanatimesgy.com/guyana-continues-to-punch-above-its-weight-on-the-international-stage/

He noted that with the additional funds, PAHO will support member states in Latin America and the Caribbean in strengthening health systems and immunisation programmes, and in incorporating COVID-19 vaccination into their regular vaccination schedules.

Source: https://jis.gov.jm/canada-announces-millions-in-covid-19-support-for-latin-america-and-caribbean/

However, the PAHO Director explained that despite the advances, the data showed room for improvement.

Source: https://stluciatimes.com/158033/2023/09/paho-director-says-adolescent-pregnancy-rate-in-the-americas-unacceptable/

In June 2021, I wrote of her that “The Caribbean and Latin America owe much to the dedication and resourcefulness of PAHO – and particularly to the black, Caribbean woman at the centre of its operations – Dr. Carissa F. Etienne.”

Source: https://www.stabroeknews.com/2023/12/02/opinion/letters/the-caribbean-has-lost-a-caring-and-strong-champion-in-dr-carissa-etienne/

In the alert, PAHO also called on countries to step up health service capacity and preparedness, including drawing up plans for screening and reorganizing services in case of outbreaks, and strengthening care networks.

Source: https://www.caribbeannationalweekly.com/news/caribbean-news/paho-provides-guidance-to-countries-in-response-to-increased-chikungunya-cases/

“Overweight and obesity are a growing challenge, responsible for approximately 2.8 million deaths” from non-communicable diseases in 2021 in the Americas, said Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, PAHO Director.

Source: https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2023/11/10/new-un-report-says-43-2-million-people-suffer-from-hunger-in-latin-america-and-caribbean/

The matter was discussed during a recent forum on mental health legislation, with technical support from the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO).

Source: https://antiguaobserver.com/legislation-ahead-to-address-detention-of-mentally-ill-criminals/