UG launches Mental Health Nursing Programme

Some of the presenters at the virtual launch of the programme

The University of Guyana’s College of Medical Sciences (CMS), on Tuesday  launched its Bachelor of Science in Mental Health Nursing Programme.

A release from the university said that the programme was conceptualised and is being implemented out of UG’s desire to raise awareness and find solutions to the various mental health issues confronting Guyana and the Caribbean region.

The release said that the programme was made possible with support from the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) through Dr. William Adu-Krow, former PAHO/WHO Representative in Guyana, St Joseph University and the Ministry of Health.