Journal
Stories, updates, and informed perspectives from our work with patients, families, health partners, and communities across Guyana.
The Lotus Cancer Initiative Outreach – Diamond, East Bank Demerara.
The Lotus Cancer Initiative Outreach – Diamond, East Bank Demerara. Bringing Care Closer to Our Communities This Saturday, the Lotus Cancer Initiative Inc. joins hands with CIG to provide free cancer awareness,…
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Knowing how often you should be screened is important, since timely screening along with H…
Knowing how often you should be screened is important, since timely screening along with HPV vaccines prevent cervical cancer. Get screened today.
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Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer if caught ear…
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer if caught early. Regular screening is crucial to detect changes in the cervix that could, if untreated, develop into…
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is highly effective.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is highly effective. The vaccine protects against the high-risk HPV types 16 and 18, which cause most cervical cancers and have been shown to be safe and effective…
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January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers—yet too many women are still diagnosed too late. At The Lotus Cancer Initiative Inc., we…
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For World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day, observed on November 17th, Dr. Shivani Samlall…
For World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day, observed on November 17th, Dr. Shivani Samlall highlighted the importance of this day for Guyana and emphasized what achieving the WHO’s elimination targets would mean for…
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Happy International Men’s Day from The Lotus Cancer Initiative Inc.
Happy International Men’s Day from The Lotus Cancer Initiative Inc. Today, we celebrate men—their strength, resilience, leadership, and the vital role they play in families and communities. But we also use this…
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PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
PANCREATIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH The Lotus Cancer Initiative Inc. This month, we stand in solidarity with everyone affected by pancreatic cancer — the fighters, the survivors, the families, and the loved ones…
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Today is World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day!
Today is World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day! Cervical cancer is 100% preventable and curable, yet too many women continue to lose their lives—leaving behind children, families, and dreams. We have the tools…
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Lotus Cancer Initiative participated in a Powerful Partnership for Awareness!
Lotus Cancer Initiative participated in a Powerful Partnership for Awareness! Extending the Reach: Featured on Meethi Masala! We are also proud to share that Dr. Samlall was featured on Meethi Masala, hosted…
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Cancer Awareness in Action
Cancer Awareness in Action We were honored to join the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs & Governance and Ministry of Health for a powerful Cancer Awareness and Screening Session at Herdmanston Lodge. Together,…
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Lotus Cancer Initiative Inc. at Guyana Power & Light
Lotus Cancer Initiative Inc. at Guyana Power & Light We were grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Ministry of Health to share Breast Cancer Awareness education with the staff of…
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