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13 May 2025, 5:04 pm
Hope in the action: Uganda fights hard to contain Mpox
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda is grappling with a sharp rise in Mpox cases, with over 61,000 infections and 41 deaths confirmed since the outbreak began in August 2024 as the ministry of health fights back to contain the outbreak. According…
13 May 2025, 12:58 pm
Medical practitioners call for increased public awareness on preventable health…
By Philip Onyango Medical practitioners have called for increased public awareness by the government and civil society regarding health issues that can be prevented or managed effectively. They emphasise that simple incidents can lead to loss of life or permanent…
9 May 2025, 8:43 pm
Measles outbreak reported in Nambieso sub county, Kwania district
By Olomo Joshua Kwania A measles outbreak has been reported in Nambieso sub county, Kwania district, with the district health department confirming four cases of the disease. The affected areas include Aburukango, Adogwanga, and Etekiber A — all located in…
9 May 2025, 4:45 pm
Why Uganda’s national health insurance scheme remains stalled?
By Byamukama Alozious More than five years since it was first introduced, Uganda’s proposed National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) remains stalled, leaving millions of citizens vulnerable to catastrophic health costs and exacerbating inequality in healthcare access. The NHIS Bill was…
9 May 2025, 12:04 pm
Persistent malaria myths continue to mislead the people of Oyam
By Eman Yonah Oruk The community in Oyam district continues to grapple with misconceptions about malaria, with many residents mistakenly believing that eating mangoes in the morning causes the disease. According to Peter Olet, a public health specialist and administrator…
9 May 2025, 9:42 AM
Agago: Over 24 suicide cases in one month
By David Ojok Jr. Authorities in Agago district are raising the alarm following a disturbing rise in suicide cases, with more than three deaths and 22 reported suicide attempts recorded in April alone. The growing mental health crisis has sparked…
8 May 2025, 9:40 pm
CSOs call for greater domestic investment in community health at national dialog…
By Annet Nakato Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) are urging the government to boost domestic investment in health services to enhance the well-being of vulnerable communities, particularly in light of declining international aid. This appeal was reiterated during a side event…
7 May 2025, 11:17 am
UPDF troops sharpen life-saving skills in Somalia
By Otim Moses A total of seventy-nine Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) personnel serving under the United Nations Guard Unit (UNGU) in Somalia have completed the Battlefield Emergency First Aid (BEFA) training programme. The course, delivered by the United Nations…
5 May 2025, 2:54 pm
Uganda makes progress in nutrition, yet challenges remain
By Byamukama Alozious According to the Uganda Demographic and Health Survey (UDHS) 2022, 26% of children under five years old suffer from stunting nationally, with the Karamoja region having the highest rate at 40%. Samalie Namukose, Assistant Commissioner of the…
1 May 2025, 5:01 pm
Essential drugs worth UGX 250 million delivered to Kitgum district
By Otim Moses Kitgum district on Wednesday received the fifth consignment of essential drugs worth UGX 250 million from the National Medical Stores. The consignment includes programme drugs for HIV and TB, anti-malarial medication, emergency medicines for sickle cell, as…