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25 April 2026, 6:38 pm
84 percent of Ugandan households own mosquito net as UBOS releases 2024–25 mal…
By geoffrey oyet and Odong Daniel The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has published the Uganda Malaria Indicator Survey (2024–25), a joint effort with the Ministry of Health, unveiling vital data on malaria prevention, child health, and community awareness that…
24 April 2026, 12:47 pm
Uganda health workers told to use soft skills in patient handling and care deliv…
Byamukama Alozious Uganda’s healthcare sector is undergoing a growing shift toward addressing a critical but often overlooked factor in patient outcomes soft skills such as communication, empathy, leadership, professionalism, and emotional intelligence among health workers. This message was strongly highlighted…
24 April 2026, 10:58 am
Uganda unveils 2026–2030 malaria elimination plan targeting zero deaths
By Byamukama Alozious The Ministry of Health has launched the 2026–2030 Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan, setting an ambitious target of achieving zero malaria deaths and accelerating Uganda’s transition from malaria control to full elimination. The strategy, unveiled at Hotel Africana…
23 April 2026, 7:51 pm
Medics in Kyegegwa intensify surveillance against measles amid rising cases
By Kyalisima Asuman Medics in Kyegegwa have continued intensifying surveillance in response to the recent measles outbreak in the district, amid rising cases. Reports indicates that its now close to a month since the disease was confirmed in the district.…
21 April 2026, 12:40 pm
AHF Uganda Cares intensifies push for equitable pandemic deal in Geneva talks
By Byamukama Alozious The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Uganda Cares has called on World Health Organization Member States to adopt a strong and binding Pathogen Access and Benefit-Sharing (PABS) Annex to the Pandemic Agreement. Speaking during a media briefing in…
17 April 2026, 8:37 pm
HIV infections drop by 38% as gov’t launches Lenacapavir to intensify figh…
By Winnie Auma Uganda has taken a major step forward in the fight against HIV/AIDS with the launch of a new long-acting prevention drug, Lenacapavir, aimed at reducing new infections and accelerating efforts to end AIDS as a public health…
16 April 2026, 4:39 pm
Pader Health Centre III to host dental medical camp 2026
By Geoffrey Okwong Pader Health Centre III in Pader District is set to host a dental medical camp aimed at improving access to oral health services in the community. The outreach program, scheduled to take place from 4th to 8th…
15 April 2026, 1:10 pm
Agago health officials warn against skipping antenatal visits
By Freeman Canogura Health experts in Agago District are urging expectant mothers to prioritise antenatal care, warning that skipping routine medical check-ups during pregnancy can put both mothers and babies at serious risk. Medical professionals say antenatal care remains one…
14 April 2026, 5:28 pm
Ministry launches nutrition for all campaign amid rising malnutrition concerns
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda has intensified its fight against malnutrition with the launch of the “Nutrition for All” campaign, as government officials and development partners raise concern over the scale of the crisis affecting children across the country. Data from…
14 April 2026, 1:55 pm
Agago halts mosquito net distribution over low household registration
By Freeman Canogura Agago District authorities have halted the planned distribution of mosquito nets that was scheduled to take place on April 14, 2026, after officials reported low household registration coverage across the district. Health officials say the registration exercise,…