Chinese Medical Team donates life-saving ventilators to two Guyanese patients

Two Guyanese patients living with severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) are now receiving life-saving support after the 21st Chinese Medical Team to Guyana donated two home non-invasive ventilators on Wednesday.

The devices were provided through the CNOOC Guyana Limited–China Medical Team Assistance Fund, aimed at helping vulnerable patients facing financial hardship.

Both beneficiaries were medically advised to use Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) ventilators but were unable to afford them. The equipment is critical to their treatment, daily functioning, and overall quality of life.

Leader of the Chinese Medical Team, Dr. Li Huansong, and Internal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wang Han, conducted detailed assessments to determine eligibility based on medical urgency and financial need. Their final selection, they said, aligns with the fund’s mission to ensure support reaches those most in need.

According to Dr. Li, the initiative underscores the team’s commitment to providing targeted, meaningful medical assistance. CNOOC Guyana Limited, as the fund’s sponsor, said it remains dedicated to community development and continues to support health-focused projects across Guyana.

Both patients have already begun using the ventilators under the supervision of the Chinese medical team. The donation not only delivers critical medical relief but also strengthens the long-standing friendship and cooperation between Guyana and China.