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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…
28 May 2026, 5:43 pm
Pregnant mothers urged to seek care at health facilities during pregnancy
Sulah Kaggwa, the Social Behaviour Change Officer at the Ministry of Health addressing the gathering.
28 May 2026, 10:28 am
Uganda closes DRC border points to curb Ebola spread
By Ronald Ssemagonja Uganda shares a porous 950-kilometer (KM) land border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and the major ports of entry are Mpondwe, the busiest crossing that is vital for trade and access into the mineral-rich North…
27 May 2026, 8:05 pm
Health Advocates Call for Greater Political Commitment Amid Healthcare Funding C…
Health advocates have called for stronger political will and increased prioritization of healthcare services to ensure vulnerable communities continue accessing essential treatment despite growing funding constraints. Speaking during a discussion on healthcare access and financing, Buki Williams of Akina Mamawa…
27 May 2026, 4:23 pm
Journalists trained on outbreak reporting
Byamukama Alozious Health officials have said Uganda remains on high alert and continues to strengthen its preparedness and response systems following the recent Ebola outbreak in the region. The remarks were made during a training on epidemic preparedness and response…
27 May 2026, 12:41 pm
Unsafe abortions continue to put women at risk as experts call for support and a…
Byamukama Alozious Health experts have called for increased support, accurate sexual and reproductive health information, and access to skilled care to reduce the dangers associated with unsafe abortions, especially among teenagers and vulnerable women. The calls were made during a…
27 May 2026, 11:49 am
Serum triglycerides: When should you worry about your blood fat levels?
Triglycerides are among the most common types of fat found in the blood. In normal amounts, they are essential because the body uses them for energy. However, when triglyceride levels remain high over time, they can increase the risk of…
26 May 2026, 1:27 pm
Amolatar on high alert over Ebola risk linked to Congo fish trade
By Alphonce Odur Amolatar District is on high alert following a warning that the area faces a high risk of an Ebola outbreak linked to cross-border fish trade with the Democratic Republic of Congo. Local authorities have suspended major public…
25 May 2026, 12:21 pm
Youths urge Parliament to prioritise funding for menstrual health, girls’ dign…
By Byamukama Alozious Young people and health advocates have called on the Government of Uganda to urgently prioritise menstrual health management through increased funding, stronger policies, improved sanitation facilities and affordable menstrual products to protect the dignity and future of…