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10 June 2026, 7:28 pm
Relief as suspected ebola case in pader turns out negative
Partially sealed entrance to NUMEM Health Care Center where the suspected case was rushed. By Daniel Comboni Relief in Pader as a suspected Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) case has been ruled out after laboratory tests returned negative. Speaking to our…
9 June 2026, 3:00 pm
Suspected Ebola case confirmed negative
By Sarah Ejang A suspected Ebola case at Lira Regional Referral Hospital has tested negative, medical officials confirmed on Monday. Health officials in Lira City said the suspected case was ruled out after laboratory results confirmed that the patient did…
9 June 2026, 9:31 am
Namasale school authorities reassure parents over student safety amid Ebola outb…
By Alphonce Odur and Sarah Ejang As concerns grow over the ongoing Ebola outbreak, school authorities in Amolatar District have reassured parents about the safety of learners attending classes. Following reports of low attendance in local schools, officials are urging…
8 June 2026, 4:23 pm
Uganda strengthens Ebola response as Ministry of Health reassures public
By Byamukama Alozious The Ministry of Health has reassured Ugandans and the international community of the country’s continued commitment and capacity to contain the ongoing outbreak of Sudan Ebola Virus Disease, emphasising that the situation remains under control despite a…
7 June 2026, 7:44 am
LCV Chairperson cautions community against public gatherings to prevent spread o…
By Otim Moses The Lamwo District LCV Chairperson, Mr Oyet Sisto Ocen, has cautioned residents against attending public gatherings as part of efforts to prevent the spread of Ebola in the district. Speaking at the launch of the Uganda Climate-Smart…
2 June 2026, 2:50 pm
Uganda strengthens palliative care services with 11 ambulance donation
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda has strengthened its palliative care services following the handover of 11 fully equipped mobile clinic ambulances donated through the Hope on Wheels initiative to support hospice and community outreach services across the country. The ambulances, which…
1 June 2026, 19:37
Pader leaders call for vigilance as Ebola threat raises concern
By Ekel Bonny Daniel Pader District leaders have urged residents to remain vigilant against Ebola following reported cases in Uganda and neighbouring regions. LCV Chairperson Mr Alfred Akena, RDC Mr Boniface Pule and health official Mr Ambrose Ongwech called for…
29 May 2026, 6:09 pm
Kamuli health teams trained on Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus management
By Ali lukomo Health workers and Village Health Teams (VHTs) from Kamuli District have completed a two-day training on the management and awareness of Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus aimed at strengthening early detection. In a bid to control the condition,…
29 May 2026, 2:53 pm
Ebola scare: Lamwo bans public gatherings over cross-border threat
By Olweny Isaac Lamwo District authorities have banned all public gatherings, music concerts, entertainment shows and football matches as part of heightened efforts to curb the spread of the Ebola virus in the border district. Speaking on Tembo FM this…
29 May 2026, 2:23 pm
Good nutrition, antenatal care key to healthy pregnancies, mothers told
By Geoffrey Okwong Pregnant mothers in Pader District have been encouraged to prioritise good nutrition and attend antenatal care (ANC) services to improve maternal and child health outcomes and reduce complications associated with poor nutrition during pregnancy. The call was…