The management of the Georgetown Public Hospital on Monday said that nurse Mark King, who died of COVID-19 on Monday had retired from the medical facility since July. The clarification was made after several striking nurses along with the representative sought to mislead the public into believing that the 55-year-old nurse contracted the virus while on duty. Guyana Times understands that the nurse, who had a terminal illness, was admitted to the medical facility on September 22.
Mark King
Meanwhile, the Health Ministry on Monday recognised the contribution of nurse King, adding that he served assiduously for 31 years at the GPHC. The East La Penitence, Georgetown resident was attached to the Accident and Emergency Unit.
“The management, staff and nursing fraternity of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) is incredibly saddened by the passing of nurse Mark King. We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to his relatives, friends and loved ones at this time,” the Ministry stated in a release.
“He was well-loved by his peers and patients, and greatly esteemed for his tireless dedication to helping others. He last served in the Accident and Emergency (A&E) department before proceeding on retirement in July 2020,” the release stated.
The Ministry added that as Guyana continues to be confronted with the gravity of COVID-19, persons must adhere to the public health guidelines for the protection of themselves and their loved ones.
“Wear a mask, practice hand hygiene and physical distancing,” the release added.
