Uganda: Lato Launches Solid Foods for Infants

Pearl Dairy Farms Limited, the manufacturers of Lato dairy products, has launched a new product line of complementary feeding solution for infants. Read more »

Uganda: Drug Shortage At Nawalkoke Health Centre III Affects Patient Numbers

Nawalkoke Health Centre III, located in Kaliro District, has been experiencing a persistent shortage of drugs for the past three months, resulting in a significant reduction in the… Read more »

Uganda: Thalassemia in Uganda - Prevalence, Causes, and Efforts for Treatment

Thalassemia is a genetic blood disorder affecting hemoglobin production, crucial for oxygen transport. Read more »

Uganda: Police to Sign MOU With Indian Hospital for Specialized Treatment of Ugandan Officers

The Uganda Police Force is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Rajagiri Hospital in India which will see officer get specialized treatment from the facility. Read more »

Uganda: Two Police Officers Poisoned in Kapelebyong, Hospitalised

Two police officers in Kapelebyong have been admitted to the hospital following a food poisoning. Read more »

Uganda: Alarming Report Reveals High Prevalence of Mental Illness in Uganda's Population

Uganda is facing a pressing mental health crisis as a report by the non-governmental organization "Strong Minds" reveals that nearly a third of the country's population is… Read more »

Uganda: Residents Angry After Health Workers Close Up to Attend Funeral

Leaders in Arua district have expressed concern over absenteeism among health workers, which they say contributes to poor health service delivery in the district. Read more »

Uganda: Ugandan Embassies to Again Participate in Rotary Cancer Run to Raise Awareness

Uganda's foreign missions will again this year participate in the annual Rotary cancer run as part of the initiative to create awareness about cancer. Read more »

Uganda: Lack of Cancer Awareness, Screening Machines, in Mbarara Raises Concern Among Patients, Local Leaders

Cancer patients and local leaders in Mbarara expressed deep concern over the inadequate cancer awareness and screening facilities in lower government health facilities. Read more »

Uganda: Breaking the Silence - Men's Mental Health Matters

In today's fast-paced and demanding world, mental health has become an increasingly critical concern. While progress has been made in raising awareness about mental health issues,… Read more »

Uganda: Stressed Police Officers Undergo Counselling in Arua

Police have begun stress and trauma counselling and training among their staff in an effort to improve the mental wellness of law enforcement officers. Read more »

Uganda: Medics Body Meets Over Interns Low Allowances

The Uganda Medical Association is currently deliberating on the appropriateness of whether to let the interns go work for the shillings one million while continuing negotiations to… Read more »

Uganda: Cancer Institute, Indian Partners Conduct First Bone-Marrow Transplant Conference in Kampala

Aster Medcity, one of South India's largest quaternary care healthcare centres; Magnus Medi , one of the leading brands in India's medical tourism industry, in partnership with the… Read more »

Uganda: EU-IGAD Donates Shs700 Million Mobile Laboratory to Health Ministry

A mobile laboratory was handed over to the Ministry of Health as part of an ongoing European Union funded programme to support countries in the IGAD region to strengthen… Read more »

Nigeria: Doctors Go On Strike

Doctors working in Nigeria's public hospitals have taken a decisive step by initiating a strike, highlighting their growing frustration with the government's inaction towards… Read more »

Uganda: Sickle Cell Disease in Uganda - Prevalence, Challenges, and Progress

Sickle cell disease is a serious genetic disorder that affects the red blood cells. People with sickle cell disease have red blood cells that are shaped like a crescent moon. Read more »

Uganda: Cholera Outbreak Confirmed in Namayingo District

Authorities in Namayingo District, have confirmed a Cholera outbreak after three out of four individuals tested positive for the disease. Read more »

Uganda: Nakanyonyi Students Return to School After Food Poisoning Scare

Students of Nakanyonyi secondary school in Mukono district have resumed studies after the school was temporarily closed following last week's poisoning incident that left over 100… Read more »

Uganda: NBS Sport Announces SHS 260 Million Sponsorship for Rotary Cancer Run 2023

Next Media, through its sports division NBS Sport, has taken a significant step in the fight against cancer by announcing a generous sponsorship package of Shs 260 million for this… Read more »

Uganda: Absa, UAP Old Mutual Target Non-Salaried Individuals With New Medical Insurance Product

Absa Bank Uganda has partnered with UAP Old Mutual to launch the Absa medical insurance, a policy targeting self-employed and non-salaried individuals in the drive to increase… Read more »

Uganda: Malaria Cases in Epidemic Districts Drop By 46%

The Minister for Health, Dr. Ruth Aceng has announced that Malaria cases at the outpatient Department (OPD) in epidemic districts have dropped from 109,938 in March 2023 to the… Read more »

Uganda: Heatwave - Source and Impact On Our Lives

Heat waves are prolonged periods of abnormally hot weather. They can have a lot of impact including: Read more »

Uganda: Overcoming the Plight of Hunger in Karamoja

In the vast, arid landscapes of Karamoja, a region plagued by hunger, a tale of resilience and determination unfolded. The plight of hunger had cast a dark shadow over the lives of… Read more »

Uganda: Truck Drivers Have the Highest HIV Prevalence in Uganda, Says Aids Commission Boss

The Director General of Uganda AIDS Commission Dr. Nelson Musoba has said truck drivers have the highest prevalence of HIV/ AIDS in the country. Read more »

Uganda: Unilever Announces Shs130 Million Sponsorship for 2023 Rotary Cancer Run

Unilever Uganda has announced a Shs130m sponsorship package for this year's Rotary Cancer Run. Read more »