Mama FM
Ministry of Health Uganda
29 September 2026, 3:31 pm
Busoga, Bunyoro targeted in drive to end mother-to-child infections
By Byamukama Alozious Busoga and Bunyoro regions have been targeted in a new national initiative aimed at eliminating the transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B from mothers to their babies. The Accelerating the Elimination of Vertical Transmission of HIV,…
23 March 2026, 1:38 pm
Health authorities warn against rising self-medication in Uganda
By Annet Nakato Health authorities in Uganda have raised concern over the increasing trend of self-medication, warning that misuse of drugs particularly antibiotics is fueling resistance and reducing treatment effectiveness. Dr. Sarah Taratwebirwe, a pharmacist at the Ministry of Health…