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14 February 2025, 3:12 pm
Kitante wellness center launched to tackle sexual health and STI management
By Byamukama Alozious A wellness center in Kampala was officially launched this morning to provide comprehensive sexual health services and STI management. The center, operated by AHF Uganda Cares, aims to address the growing need for accessible and free sexual…
13 February 2025, 7:08 pm
AHF Uganda Cares, Ministry of Health mark international condom day
By Byamukama Alozious AHF Uganda Cares, in partnership with the Ministry of Health, commemorated International Condom Day in Lukaya, Kalungu District. The event coincided with the launch of the AHF Kalungu Wellness Clinic, officiated by Hon. Paddy Kayondo, the Resident…
13 February 2025, 4:03 pm
Extend the romance: How to make rose tea from your Valentine’s flowers
By: Shadrach Bethel Afayo Valentine’s Day, celebrated annually on February 14th, holds special significance for many, particularly those in love. This day has a rich and fascinating history spanning over 1,500 years. It originated from the ancient Roman festival of…
11 February 2025, 2:55 pm
Uganda to celebrate international condom day amid calls for increased usage
By Byamukama Alozious As Uganda joins the world in marking International Condom Day on 13th February 2025, health experts are urging the public to embrace condom use to reduce sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unplanned pregnancies. The national commemoration will…
10 February 2025, 4:33 pm
Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero afulumiza ebyava mukunonyereza ku ddagala lya wano
By Annet Nakato Gavumenti yayuganda ng’eyita muminisitule yebyasayansi,tekinologiya nobuyiiya wamu nebannasayansi okuva kuzzi ssetendekero za gavumenti erangiridde nga bwevumbudde ebika bye dagala lya herbal bibbiri eriwonya ekifuba, ssenyiga omukambwe nendwadde endala nnyingi ezikosa amawugwe. Edagala erivumbudwa kuliko ekika kya Vidicine…
10 February 2025, 1:14 pm
Uganda’s herbs show promising results in treating acute respiratory illnes…
By Ronald Ssemagonja Minister of science, technology and innovation, Hon. Monica Musenero, has confirmed that the a clinical trial conducted in Uganda by the Makerere University Lung Institute on two locally made herbal medicines have demonstrated that they are safe…
7 February 2025, 2:15 pm
Kotido district health department shines on regional performance
By Jennifer Acheng The District Health Officer of Kotido, Dr. Cerino Achar, has reiterated that motivation is key to effective public service delivery. His comments follow an award he received in November as the Best DHO in the Karamoja sub-region…
7 February 2025, 1:39 pm
Lopuyo health centre II operates in a dire state
By Stanley Ebele Lopuyo Health Centre II in Longaroe sub county, Kotido district, is grappling with a range of challenges that are hindering its ability to provide adequate health services. The facility, which offers antenatal and postnatal services, routine immunisation,…
7 February 2025, 1:18 pm
Kotido central main market operates without functional latrine
By Jennifer Acheng Over 500 traders operating at Kotido Central Main Market have expressed concern that they are at risk of contracting hygiene and sanitation-related diseases due to the absence of a functional public pit latrine on the market premises.…
7 February 2025, 12:20 pm
Kotido district heightens surveillance system in the face of Ebola virus disease…
By Jennifer Acheng Kotido district health authorities have stated that they have intensified their surveillance systems in response to the recent outbreak of Ebola virus disease in the country. The country recently reported an Ebola outbreak, with the first case…