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28 October 2026, 12:36 pm
Raising children with spina bifida and hydrocephalus
By Ssenoga Patrick Parents are being advised on the best ways to raise and support children living with spina bifida and hydrocephalus, from seeking early medical care to providing love, patience and inclusion, because every child deserves a chance to…
28 October 2026, 11:32 am
Uganda launches medical drone to improve healthcare access in island communities
By Byamukama Alozious The Ministry of Health has launched medical drone services to improve the transportation of laboratory samples, essential medicines and other medical supplies to hard-to-reach island communities, particularly in Buvuma and Kalangala, where high transport costs, limited infrastructure…
25 October 2026, 8:23 am
Youths take mental health services closer to residents in Katoogo
By Byamukama Alozious Youth have called for more community-based services and referrals to help residents access treatment, as a medical camp in Katoogo, a low-income settlement in Nakawa Division, Kampala, highlighted the need for greater awareness of mental health challenges…
18 October 2026, 8:37 pm
AWAC calls for greater awareness of safe motherhood and post-abortion care
By Annet Nakato The Alliance of Women Advocating for Change (AWAC) has called for increased awareness of safe motherhood services, including family planning, contraception and post-abortion care, to help women access appropriate healthcare and reduce the risks associated with unsafe…
17 October 2026, 9:14 am
Uganda’s youth raise alarm over nutritious food costs and unhealthy school die…
By Byamukama Alozious Young people in Uganda have called for affordable nutritious food and healthier school environments, warning that high food prices and the promotion of fast foods could undermine efforts to improve nutrition and prevent diet-related diseases. The call…
14 October 2026, 4:38 pm
Embrace people living with mental health conditions
By Ssenoga Patrick Mr Edward Tahura, a medic and councillor representing persons living with mental health conditions, says continuous community sensitisation can play a significant role in reducing stigma surrounding mental health. He explains that people experiencing mental health challenges…
14 October 2026, 12:25 pm
Harmful cultural norms hindering palliative care to persons with disabilities
By Ssenoga Patrick According to Dr Joyce Zalwango of the Palliative Care Association of Uganda, some cultural beliefs and practices have contributed to the challenges faced by persons with disabilities in Uganda. She notes that different cultures have norms and…
13 October 2026, 5:33 pm
Climate crisis raises flood risks as Kampala rains claim Two lives and hit Wakis…
By Byamukama Alozious Two people have died and property has been damaged after heavy rains flooded parts of Kampala and the surrounding metropolitan area, renewing concerns about the region’s preparedness for increasingly dangerous weather. The deaths occurred on Sunday, October…
12 October 2026, 12:24 pm
OPINION: Uganda must strengthen cancer prevention as cases rise across Africa
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda needs to strengthen cancer prevention, screening and early diagnosis to reduce avoidable deaths, as new international research warns that the burden of cancer is growing across Africa. A study published in The Lancet Oncology in 2026…
10 October 2026, 11:18 pm
From pain relief to dignity: Uganda reflects on palliative care gaps
By Byamukama Alozious Uganda has renewed calls for improved palliative care services to ensure that people living with serious illnesses receive adequate pain relief, emotional support and dignified care, as the country joined the rest of the world to commemorate…