Uganda: Balokole Shun Medical Treatment - Health Officer

30 October 2007

Mbarara — Mbarara Assistant Health Officer Eldard Mabumba has advised Born Again Christians not to rely on the preaching of their pastors, which encourages them not to take drugs but only pray for healing.

"That is wrong, come and seek medical services. Don't be misled or you will end up dying sooner than later," Mr Mabumba said.

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