The Guyana Police Force (GPF), in association with the Ministry of Health (MoH), held an HIV Conference and Health Fair at the Officers’ Training Centre on Saturday under the theme Take the right paths: My health, my right.’
The event offered health education, medical examinations, and information dissemination. A screening service (including blood sugar and pressure testing) was provided to the general public free of cost.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) demonstrations and burn management education were also offered, with medical personnel conducting demonstrations on administering CPR and the management of burns. There was also a major focus on the recognition of burn severity and the early provision of care to avoid complications.
Two officers perusing educational materials
Throughout the health fair, dental check-ups and health education were provided by the team from Cheddi Jagan Dental Services. People learnt about the practice of oral hygiene to maintain good dental health and prevent certain common oral conditions.
Adolescent health units held interesting sessions on family planning, where teenagers were informed about reproductive health, good decision-making, and available healthcare resources.
