In a move towards advancing health care within the Guyana Prison Service (GPS), the Lusignan Prison announced the acquisition and installation of dental equipment, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s commitment to elevating healthcare standards.
The equipment was commissioned on Friday. Director of Prisons (ag), Nicklon Elliot, conveyed his excitement about this advancement, emphasising its importance in the ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare services for the incarcerated population.
A prisoner getting his teeth cleaned with the new equipment (GPS photo)
“We are thrilled to announce these advancements in dental services, a testament to our ongoing commitment to enhancing healthcare standards for the inmates we serve,” Elliot said during the commissioning ceremony.
In a release, the GPS said that the Director underscored the crucial role of dental hygiene and encouraged inmates to take full advantage of the newly-introduced services.
Elliot highlighted the synchronicity between dental care improvement and the broader development in health services happening across GPS facilities.
“The GPS has committed to remain steadfast in its mission of providing a comprehensive range of quality healthcare services,” he affirmed.
Expressing gratitude for the collaborative effort between the GPS and the Health Ministry, the Director extended thanks to the Home Affairs Ministry for their support in getting the equipment.
Head of the Service’s Strategic Department, Rae Dawn Corbin-Cameron and Officer-in-Charge of the Lusignan Prison, Deoraj Gyandat, both commended the enhancement, emphasising its significance in showcasing GPS’s dedication to being at the forefront of healthcare innovation within the prison settings.
