Once again I must congratulate the Ministry of Health for heightening its response in the fight against substance abuse in Guyana.

I am very much impressed that the Ministry is incorporating the business sector to respond to this issue which has been penetrating all strata of the Guyanese Society.

Reducing and preventing substance abuse is everybody’s business, the Ministry cannot do this alone, it will take all of us, families, schools, communities, religious institutions and non-governmental organisations to build awareness and be a positive influence to the wider communities.

As citizens of our country we should take up the responsibility to assist in ensuring a healthier and drug free Guyana.
PATRICIA PATTERSON