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27 October 2025, 3:04 pm
120 people living with down syndrome registered in Bunyoro
By James Muhumuza A total of 120 individuals living with down syndrome have been registered across Bunyoro region, including six who have since passed away, according to Ms. Mildred Katusabe, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Rowan’s Down Syndrome Awareness…
31 August 2025, 11:15 am
Cervical cancer survivors praise URDT project for lifesaving interventions
By James Muhumuza The survivors and project leaders have jointly called for increased awareness and continued community participation in cervical cancer screening and treatment to save more lives. Cervical cancer survivors in the Greater Kibaale region have praised the Uganda…
6 February 2025, 7:44 am
Kibaale health team intensifies Ebola awareness amid Sudan strain outbreak
By James Muhumuza It is transmitted through contact with infected bodily fluids and tissues. The Sudan Ebola virus is highly severe, with a fatality rate of at least 40%, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Uganda is currently experiencing…
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…
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…
27 November 2024, 4:22 pm
Kagadi Community Hall closed over lack of toilet facilities
By James Muhumuza A toilet is a piece of sanitary hardware that collects human waste such as urine and feces, and sometimes toilet paper, usually for disposal. The Kagadi district council has decided to close the Kagadi Community Hall due…
18 September 2024, 7:54 am
Increase in child neglect linked to rising malnutrition rates in Kagadi
By James Muhumuza Malnutrition refers to deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in a person’s intake of energy and/or nutrients. Medical professionals at Kagadi General Hospital are raising alarms about increasing cases of child neglect, which are contributing to a troubling rise…
4 July 2024, 3:42 pm
Government bans traditional birth attendants for unprofessional practices
By James Muhumuza In Uganda, traditional birth attendants (TBAs), once valued for their community roles in childbirth, are now banned from assisting expectant mothers due to concerns over professionalism and healthcare outcomes. The Ugandan government, through the Ministry of Health,…
13 June 2024, 10:14 am
Ministry of Health launches mass measles immunisation campaign in affected distr…
By James Muhumuza The disease is particularly dangerous for young children,” Tumwebaze noted, stressing the importance of the immunisation campaign in preventing further spread of measles. The Ministry of Health yesterday announced a mass immunisation campaign in response to a…
1 March 2024, 8:10 am
2,686 people vaccinated against measles in Hoima
By James Muhumuza The Hoima district health department has so far vaccinated 2,686 people against measles. The new measles outbreak was confirmed last week in four villages of Runga and Kavava in Kiganja sub-county, and Tonya and Rwentale in Buseruka…