Frank Anthony
Frank Anthony is a prominent Guyanese politician and member of the People's Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), currently serving as the Minister of Health. He has been involved in various public health initiatives and has played a key role in addressing health issues in Guyana. Recently, he was mentioned in connection with the criticisms surrounding the country's Republic Day celebrations, where concerns were raised about public health and safety regarding noise levels and the treatment of vulnerable populations.
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Minister Frank Anthony took chess to the Essequibo Coast in a well-attended session at the Anna Regina Multilateral School.
Some of our youthful chess players
Guyana· 2026-05-28
Dr Frank Anthony inaugurated the Wellness Centre at Eccles.
Health Ministry commissions wellness centre at EcclesGuyana· 2026-03-07Dr Frank Anthony has ordered the implementation of immediate measures at the Georgetown Public Hospital to strengthen patient safety.
Health Minister orders immediate measures to strengthen patient safety at GPHGuyana· 2026-03-05Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony was also unreachable for comments.
Silence from authorities deepens over death of 14-year-old in Region TwoGuyana· 2026-03-04
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony disclosed that more than 461,000 health vouchers have been processed since the initiative began in 2024.
Ministry says 461,000 health vouchers processed since 2024Guyana· 2026-02-27Dr Frank Anthony is the Minister of Health who expressed appreciation for the collaboration with ProsthetiKa.
US organisation partners with Health Ministry on 20 prosthetic limbsGuyana· 2026-02-22
Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony underscored the magnitude of the project and the comprehensive services the hospital will be providing upon completion.
Work starts on $4.6b Moruca Regional HospitalGuyana· 2026-02-21Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, accepted the donation on behalf of the Government of Guyana.
UNICEF, Canada hand over second batch of equipment for maternal, child healthGuyana· 2026-02-20
Frank Anthony, the Minister of Health of Guyana, stated that they want to pay Cuban doctors directly.
Médicos, turismo, tabaco: los ingresos en divisas de Cuba en la mira de Estados Unidos
Costa Rica· 2026-02-18
Frank Anthony stated that they want to pay Cuban doctors directly.
los ingresos en divisas de Cuba en la mira de EEUU
Dominican Republic· 2026-02-17
Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony yesterday met with representatives of the HealthNext programme.
Health project aiming at more training for doctors and nursesGuyana· 2026-02-17
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony stated that adequate staff are in place at the country’s six newly-commissioned regional hospitals.
Anthony says six regional hospitals have adequate staffGuyana· 2026-02-16
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony revealed that of the 600 biopsies done last year 400 were positive for cell abnormalities.
400 of 600 biopsies for prostate cancer last year returned positive – AnthonyGuyana· 2026-02-15Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has attributed delays in the construction of the Paediatric and Maternal Hospital to ownership changes involving the project’s contractor.
Delays at Paediatric and Maternal Hospital linked to contractor ownership changes - AnthonyGuyana· 2026-02-14Dr Frank Anthony, Minister of Health, explained why Guyana has not renewed the bilateral medical cooperation agreement with Cuba.
A betrayal of Cuba - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2026-02-12
Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony took aim at MP Dr. Ryan Richards regarding his patient attendance.
Data protection - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2026-02-10
Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony welcomed a delegation from the Northwell Center for Global Health.
Northwell team here to support cardiology at GPHCGuyana· 2026-02-10
Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony confirmed that Georgetown has halted the bilateral agreement and Cuban doctors are paid directly.
Medical partnership with Cuban gov’t quietly terminatedGuyana· 2026-02-08
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony announced the construction of a new food and drug laboratory at the University of Guyana.
UG to house cutting-edge food and drug laboratory – AnthonyGuyana· 2026-02-02Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony underscored the role of the partnership in developing Guyana’s medical workforce.
Marisa Eastman’s passing - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2026-01-27
Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony did not respond to Stabroek News’ request for comment.
WIN calls for probe after mother alleges newborn twice declared dead at NA HospitalGuyana· 2026-01-24Dr. Frank Anthony is Guyana’s Minister of Health who confirmed that Marissa Eastman had been moved from the Psychiatric Ward to the Female Medical Ward.
Transparent, independent investigation must be done of Ms Eastman’s death at GPHCGuyana· 2026-01-20
Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony reaffirmed the government’s commitment to upgrading healthcare infrastructure.
Upper Demerara Hospital gets state-of-the-art digital x-ray machineGuyana· 2026-01-18
Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony has said the government has engaged the contractor on the matter.
Gov’t has spoken to contractor on speeding up overdue Paediatric and Maternal Hospital – AnthonyGuyana· 2025-12-23
Dr Frank Anthony is the Health Minister who noted Guyana's pleasure in hosting the conference.
CARPHA 2026 Health Research Conference launchedGuyana· 2025-12-21
Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, said that the newly installed system ranks among the best globally.
Digital X-Ray system commissioned at Leonora HospitalGuyana· 2025-12-20Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring that all Guyanese can access high-quality, modern healthcare.
$35m health post commissioned in Region OneGuyana· 2025-12-11Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, officially accepted the equipment at a ceremony held at the Ministry’s Kingston Bond in Georgetown.
Canadian project donates equipment to boost hinterland maternal, newborn careGuyana· 2025-12-09Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony reaffirmed the government’s commitment to reducing maternal deaths nationwide.
Maternal waiting home, digital x-ray worth $107M commissioned at Kumaka hospitalGuyana· 2025-12-08Dr. Frank Anthony, the Minister of Health, was present at the meeting.
Housing Ministry seeking to acquire land for housing at Cane Grove - CroalGuyana· 2025-12-03
