September 02
Uganda: Kassanda District Health Centres Receive Critical Support From MP Flavia Nabagabe
At a health camp organized by Kassanda Woman MP Flavia Nabagabe Kalule, themed "Maternal Health Awareness," 12 beds were donated to three Health Centre IIIs in Kassanda District,… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Hails 'Reliable Cadre' Dr. Diana Atwine As Health Ministry PS Celebrates 25 Years in Marriage
President Museveni has saluted the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Diana Atwine for being a reliable cadre of the National Resistance Movement (NRM). Read more »
August 30
Uganda: Kisoro Breathes Easy As Two Quarantined Patients Test Negative for Mpox
In a welcome relief for Kisoro residents, two patients who had been quarantined at Kisoro Hospital's isolation center have tested negative for Mpox, according to the Uganda… Read more »
August 29
Uganda: Ministry of Health Calls for Increased Awareness to Address Postpartum Hemorrhage
The Ministry of Health has designated August as a month of awareness for Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH), a severe medical condition that continues to pose a significant threat to… Read more »
August 28
Uganda: Uganda Red Cross Says 286 Kiteezi Survivors Still Sheltered At Their Camp
The Uganda Red Cross Society is currently providing shelter for 286 victims at a camp in Kiteezi following a devastating landfill disaster that struck two weeks ago. Read more »
August 25
Uganda: Ntungamo Residents Face Health Crisis From Contaminated Water Source
Ntungamo's Nyarwanya village residents fear health crisis as contaminated well water and safety risks persist Read more »
Uganda: 'Mpox Made My Throat So Painful I Couldn't Sleep'
In Burundi, there have been no recorded deaths and it is not yet clear how deadly the current outbreak - of a new strain called Clade 1b - is because there is not enough capacity… Read more »
Uganda: Hoima Regional Referral Hospital Appeals for Upgraded Theatres to Reduce Maternal Deaths
The management of Hoima Regional Referral Hospital is urging the Ministry of Health and local governments to upgrade and equip district and health centre theatres across the… Read more »
August 27
Uganda: Medical Interns Petition UMA, Threaten Industrial Action
A group of medical interns has petitioned the Uganda Medical Association (UMA) over the government's failure to deploy them, despite an increase in internship sites and… Read more »
August 26
Uganda: Tororo's Petta Sub-County Enacts Bylaw to Combat Teenage Pregnancies
In a proactive move to protect young girls from exploitation and reduce the alarming rate of teenage pregnancies, Petta Sub-County in Tororo District has enacted a new bylaw. Read more »
Uganda: Rising Self-Medication in Mbarara Sparks Fears of Drug Resistance
The growing trend of self-medication in Mbarara District has become a significant public health concern, with local leaders raising alarms during a recent health camp at Karwesanga… Read more »
August 22
Uganda: Govt Pledges Expanded Access to New HIV Prevention Methods
This initiative is part of the country's broader National HIV Combination Prevention Strategy, which aims to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. Read more »
August 20
Uganda: Urban Lifestyle Fuels Non-Communicable Diseases Crisis
Sedentary office jobs, increased car use, and poor diets are driving a surge in non-communicable diseases in Uganda. Read more »
Uganda: Absenteeism Among Health Workers in Public Facilities Sparks Concern
Absenteeism among senior health workers in Uganda's public health facilities is emerging as a growing concern, with serious implications for the quality of healthcare delivery… Read more »
August 18
Uganda: Business At Mpondwe Uganda-DRC Border Undeterred By Mpox Alert
Business at the Mpondwe border crossing with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is continuing as usual , despite recent health measures implemented to address a potential… Read more »
Uganda: Calls for Subsidies On Healthier Foods
Nutritionists in Uganda are urging the government to subsidize healthier foods and increase taxes on unhealthy options to promote better nutrition and consumption habits. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Faces Uphill Battle to End HIV By 2030 Amid High Prevalence in Key Populations
Uganda is grappling with significant challenges in its fight against HIV, particularly among key populations. Read more »
August 16
Uganda: Youth Face Critical Gap in Sexual and Reproductive Health Knowledge
In Uganda, where nearly half the population is under 18, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) are crucial. Read more »
Uganda: Tragic Consequences - the Impact of Blood Shortages On Expectant Mothers in Busoga
In 2023, a tragic health crisis unfolded in the Busoga region of Uganda, claiming the lives of at least 46 expectant mothers. Read more »
August 15
Uganda: Govt Urges Vigilance As Mpox Declared Global Public Health Emergency
Health ministry advises heightened caution as Mpox cases surge across Africa, posing significant public health risks. Read more »
Uganda: Korea and WHO Join Govt in $8m Boost for Busoga Health Facilities
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and Uganda's Ministry of Health, has committed USD 8 million towards… Read more »
Uganda: Health Minister Clarifies Why Uganda Didn't Declare Monkeypox Outbreak
Health Minister Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng has explained why the government didn't declare a monkeypox outbreak despite two confirmed cases in Kasese. "Declaring an outbreak would have… Read more »
August 14
Uganda: Ministry of Health Explores Healthcare Collaboration With Kibuli Muslim Hospital
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Diana Atwine led a technical team from the ministry on a comprehensive tour of Kibuli Muslim Hospital. The visit, which took… Read more »
Uganda: Report Foretold KCCA Ed of Looming Kiteezi Landfill Disaster
A report from the Directorate of Public Health and Environment (DPHE) at Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) reveals that issues at Kiteezi landfill began on June 28, 2024. Read more »
August 13
Uganda: 1000 Units of Blood Collected During ICPAU Donation Drive in Mbale
As the school term draws to a close, the Mbale Regional Blood Bank has issued an urgent appeal for blood donations to prevent a looming shortage. Read more »