Contact Study Guyana

The CONTACT study is a multinational research project aimed at tackling the issue of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD's) like diabetes and hypertension.

30/03/2020

Tip from the World Health Organization

18/07/2018

Members of the Contact Study team meeting with Ministry of Public Health, PAHO and UG Officials.

12/03/2018

Did you know that Guyana has one of the highest mortality rates due to NCDs in the World? We need to teach our people to maintain healthier lifestyles.

06/03/2018

Alcohol in excess is a major risk factor for NCDs. Control your alcohol intake and help fight NCDs in Guyana.

05/03/2018

Learn more about the CONTACT Study and its partners.

28/02/2018

Did you know that Diabetes is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Guyana?
Like and follow our page and support us in our attempt to change this.

28/02/2018

Hi guys ! Lets get acquainted with the CONTACT Study and its work. The CONTACT Study is a research project that is trying to tackle the issue of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Guyana. NCDs would include illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and cancer and they are usually chronic in nature. CONTACT actually stands for Congregations Taking Action Against NCDs.