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1 October 2026, 10:34 pm
Pader launches measles-rubella vaccination campaign amid reported cases
By Geoffrey Okwong Pader District has launched a five-day measles-rubella vaccination campaign targeting children aged nine months to 59 months, amid reports of measles cases in the district. The campaign, which started today and runs until October 5, is part…
26 September 2026, 8:53 am
Pader sets 100% target as measles-rubella vaccination campaign nears
Pader District has set a target of vaccinating 100 percent of eligible children during the nationwide measles and rubella vaccination campaign scheduled for October 1–5, 2026. The target was announced on Wednesday, September 23, during a stakeholder meeting held at…
5 November 2025, 8:33 pm
Measles a leading cause of death among young children — MoH
By Okwong Geoffrey The Ministry of Health (MoH) has classified measles as one of the leading causes of death among young children in Uganda. Measles is a highly infectious yet vaccine-preventable disease caused by the measles virus. It spreads from…
5 November 2025, 7:23 pm
Pader district strengthens measles surveillance after outbreak in Awere
By Okwong Geoffrey Pader District has on Monday held a joint stakeholders’ meeting aimed at strengthening the surveillance and response of the District Task Force (DTF) following a recent measles outbreak in Awere subcounty. The meeting, held at the district…