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19 July 2024, 12:14 pm
Journalists and health experts unite to enhance SRHR reporting
By Byamukama Alozious A meeting organised by the Communications unit at the Ministry of Health brought together health reporters to address Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) challenges in Uganda, including the alarming fact that 34% of maternal deaths…
9 July 2024, 3:47 pm
URCS launches the “Humanity needs you” campaign
By Byamukama Alozious The Uganda Red Cross Society aims to celebrate 60 years with the “Humanity needs you” campaign, focusing on recruiting volunteers, expanding humanitarian efforts, and improving crisis response. The campaign promotes community engagement and sustainability through activities such…
4 July 2024, 3:37 pm
Eco park and house tank to accompany UCI’s PET center
By Byamukama Alozious The Uganda Cancer Institute has launched a significant project at Mulago hill in Kampala, unveiling plans for a Positron Emission Tomography (PET) center alongside an Eco garden and house tank. This initiative marks the second phase of…
28 June 2024, 4:29 pm
Mulago hospital marks world clubfoot day 2024 with festive march and ceremonies
By Paul Kabali On World Clubfoot Day 2024, Mulago Hospital in Kampala was abuzz with activity as it hosted a heartfelt commemoration in its parking lot. The event kicked off with a spirited march accompanied by a brass band, setting…
21 June 2024, 11:50 am
Health officials urge more antenatal care, folic acid adoption
By Byamukama Alozious Ugandan health officials warn of rising congenital abnormalities, urging expectant mothers to attend antenatal visits and take folic acid supplements. Diana Atwine, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Health, emphasised the critical role of prenatal care in…
20 June 2024, 3:27 pm
Media urged to prioritise cancer awareness and support
By Byamukama Alozious The Uganda Cancer Society has conducted training for media professionals on inclusive reporting to raise awareness and support campaigns about cancer. This initiative coincides with Uganda’s celebration of cancer survivors in June, who advocate for policies to…
19 June 2024, 4:32 pm
Gavumenti esabiddwa okusosowaza ensonga za bavubuka
Bya Annet Nakato Government esabiddwa okwongera okusosowazza ensonga z’abavubuka okusobola okutumbula embeera zabwe ez’abulijjo mwebawangalira. Mulukungaana olw’okusatu okutegekeddwa wano mukampala olutumiddwa the 3rd National stakeholders Dialogue on adolescent health ekibiina ekyobwanakyewa ekya Pear To Pear Uganda nekigendererwa ekyokutema empenda mungeri…
18 June 2024, 12:22 am
Dietary nutrient deficiency puts Kampala’s adolescent girls at risk
By Byamukama Alozious In a recent briefing at the Ministry of Health in Wandegeya, Kampala, Dr. Daniel Kyabayinze and officials from the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) unveiled findings from a comprehensive dietary assessment among secondary school learners in…
5 June 2024, 5:11 pm
Northern Uganda reports zero new nodding syndrome cases since 2014
By Byamukama Alozious New research has revealed that there have been no new cases of nodding syndrome disease since 2014. This research was conducted by the Makerere School of Health Sciences, led by Dr. Richard Idro, an Associate Professor of…
25 May 2024, 12:56 pm
Experts advocate for vaccine uptake amidst hesitancy threats in Uganda
By Byamukama Alozious Vaccines have played a crucial role in preventing many infectious diseases worldwide. Over the decades, vaccines have been developed to combat viral attacks, with Edward Jenner being credited for creating the first successful smallpox vaccine in 1796,…