Mama FM
Ministry of Health
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…
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…
8 May 2024, 5:15 pm
Improving access to quality SRHR and Family Planning services to prevent Obstetr…
Byamukama Alozious As Uganda prepares to mark the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula, the Ministry of Health is redoubling its efforts to enhance access to quality Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and Family Planning (FP) services. This initiative aims…
16 October 2023, 5:06 pm
How to improve maternity care in government hospitals and health centers?
By Catherine Apalat and Wiribrod Ssegirinya Listen to the views and opinions of local leaders, community women and men on the role of maternity care providers in improving care of pregnant mothers in government hospitals and centers. The views were…
5 October 2023, 2:41 pm
Health experts want Media interventions on child immunization to maintain child…
Byamukama Alozious In 1962, Uganda established a comprehensive immunization program where high routine immunization coverage of infants especially for polio and Tuberculosis TB to improve child survival and health amidst misinterpretation, misinformation and lots of myths. The program registered some…
7 September 2023, 4:47 pm
National Drug Authority responds on media reports regarding contamination of ani…
Byamukama Alozious After several media reports from members of public that livestock is being fed on ARVs which is meant for the HIV/AIDs patients ,NDA has responded to the reports that the matter is known and being followed up only…
24 August 2023, 4:04 pm
4.1% of Uganda’s population live with Hepatitis
Byamukama Alozious Ministry of Health says most Ugandans have not yet embraced hepatitis diagnosis and yet the burden continues to rise. In 2015 Ministry of Health screened 5,750,000 of whom 360,000 were positive and were put to vaccination. World Health…