
Health

4 August 2025, 1:14 pm
50 children to undergo heart surgery abroad; KCCA warns politicians on posters
By Ronald Ssemagonja In a powerful show of compassion and partnership, the Indian Association Uganda, in collaboration with organisations such as Ruparelia Group, Plascon, Airtel, Rotary Kamoal Ssese Islands, and others, has launched a life-saving initiative to support children suffering…

4 August 2025, 1:01 pm
Young women called to embrace HIV prevention ring
By Byamukama Alozious The Dapivirine Vaginal Ring (DVR), one of HIV prevention method for women, is facing low uptake in Uganda despite being hailed as a game-changer in the country’s fight against new infections Many young women and girls continue…

31 July 2025, 7:59 pm
Rising prostate cancer cases worry health experts in Lango subregion
By Dickens Odiko Health experts are raising concerns over the increasing cases of prostate cancer in the Lango subregion, following recent findings during a free medical camp organised by Mr. Benard Otim. Dr. Richard Ekwan, a public health specialist at…

22 July 2025, 10:55 am
Panic as two children with suspected measles die at Lira Hospital
By Baker Okello Panic has gripped parts of the Lango sub-region following the deaths of two children suspected to have suffered from a measles-related skin disease at Lira Regional Referral Hospital on Sunday. In a private interview with our reporter,…

21 July 2025, 3:51 pm
Boda boda riders flagged off to boost health awareness at AHF Kitante
By Annet Nakato In a bold move to enhance community health awareness, the AHF Kitante Wellness Centre has officially launched a boda boda activation campaign, flagging off a team of riders as ambassadors for the Centre’s essential health services. The…

18 July 2025, 1:01 pm
Amolatar District launches fitness club to boost well-being
By Desire Ocen The local government of Amolatar District has taken a significant step towards promoting health and wellness among its workforce by launching the Amolatar Physical Fitness Club. Officially commencing activities on 16 June 2025 at the district headquarters,…

14 July 2025, 3:52 pm
Uganda to host triple elimination conference on HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda is set to host the Triple Elimination Conference in Africa from 21st to 23rd July in Munyonyo, Kampala, with the aim of eliminating HIV, Hepatitis B, and syphilis. The conference will bring together policymakers, health professionals,…

5 July 2025, 12:55
Centenary Bank donates hospital materials worth millions to Kamuli Mission Hospi…
By Ali lukomo A Ugandan financial institution with Catholic roots has donated health materials worth 10 million shillings, including wheelchairs, reception chairs, and dustbins. While receiving the items, Centenary Bank’s Regional Manager, Mrs Beatrice Lugarambi, stated that the donation was…

3 July 2025, 2:27 pm
Gertrude Nakigudde’s journey: From cancer survivor to support champion
By Flora Aduk Last month was Cancer Survivors’ Month, and on Her Story 256, we featured Gertrude Nakigudde – a courageous cancer survivor and founder of the Uganda Women’s Cancer Support Organisation. Hear her powerful story of resilience, recovery, and…

30 June 2025, 18:06
Kyegegwa officials alarmed by low child immunisation rates in Rwentuha
By Noah Kasangaki Ateenyi Health officials in Kyegegwa District have raised concerns over low immunisation rates among children in Rwentuha Sub county, citing parental negligence and home births as key causes. The experts have expressed growing worry over the increasing…