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30 January 2025, 6:46 pm
Ebola outbreak confirmed in Uganda’s capital Kampala
By Byamukama Alozious A new Ebola outbreak has been confirmed in Kampala, Uganda’s capital city, after a 32-year-old male nurse at Mulago hospital died on January 29. The nurse was infected with the Sudan Ebola virus type, according to Dian…
30 January 2025, 5:48 pm
Sudan Ebola disease confirmed in Uganda, one person declared dead
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Ministry of Health has confirmed an outbreak of Sudan Ebola Virus Disease in Kampala following laboratory confirmation from three national reference laboratories: the Central Public Health Laboratory in Kampala, the Uganda Virus Research Institute in Entebbe,…
30 January 2025, 7:27 am
Experts Back Museveni’s Ban on Toxic Groundnuts
By James Muhumuza As the government moves forward with the ban, experts are calling for increased awareness, stricter regulations, and farmer education to ensure its success. Advocates for proper nutrition have applauded President of the republic of Uganda Yoweri Kaguta…
20 January 2025, 5:03 pm
Lamwo district registers 8 new suspected cases of cholera
By Otim Moses Lamwo district on Sunday, January 19, 2025, registered eight new suspected cases of cholera, bringing the cumulative number of cases to 98 in the past 11 days since the outbreak was confirmed on January 7, 2025, in…
15 January 2025, 7:50 am
Kagadi health inspector issues warning on expired goods’ health risks
By James Muhumuza Expired food poses a health risk as it can contain harmful bacteria, mold, or other toxins. Consuming such food can lead to foodborne illnesses. The Health Inspector of Kagadi town council, Kagadi district, Peter Situma, has issued…
10 January 2025, 6:18 pm
27 hospitalised as cholera breaks out in Lamwo district
By Otim Moses A cholera outbreak has been confirmed in Lamwo district, and health officials have revealed that twenty-seven people were receiving treatment at Agoro Health Centre III by Friday morning. According to Dr Omoya Denish Ochula, the Lamwo District…
6 January 2025, 8:24 pm
Four prisoners test positive for Mpox virus in Otuke district
By Isaac Okello) Otuke Four prisoners at Otuke Government Prison have tested positive for the Mpox virus. Otuke District Health Officer, Patrick Opio, confirmed the report and stated that the affected inmates are currently receiving treatment. According to Opio, the…
3 January 2025, 9:42 pm
Hoima regional referral hospital ready for moden ICU
By Byamukama Alozious Hoima regional referral hospital has taken a significant leap forward in healthcare with the addition of a modern Intensive Care Unit (ICU). According to Acting Director Dr. Ibrahim Bwaga, a trained obstetrician, the hospital serves a vast…
14 December 2024, 9:10 am
Ugandans reflect on Philly Lutaya’s legacy
By Byamukama Alozious Ugandans gathered at the Ndere Cultural Centre in Kampala to commemorate the legacy of Philly Bongoley Lutaaya, a renowned musician and HIV/AIDS advocate who passed away 35 years ago. The event, hosted by UGANET, brought together activists,…
13 December 2024, 10:43 am
Experts call for collective action to end HIV by 2030
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Uganda National Principal Investigator, Dr Flavia Matovu, has expressed concern about the fight against stigma among people living with HIV and AIDS in Uganda. Dr Matovu made her remarks during the AIDS Symposium at the Sheraton…