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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

Uganda: Loopholes and Policy Gaps in the Collapse of Kiteezi Landfill - Unanswered Questions

The recent collapse of the Kiteezi landfill has sparked widespread concern and outrage, highlighting significant loopholes and policy gaps in waste management. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Sets Out to Combat Childhood Cancer With New National Strategy.

The Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Health. Dr Diana Atwine, opened the National Meeting to Develop a Child and Adolescent Cancer Control Strategy on Tuesday, marking a… Read more »

Africa: How to Prevent Mpox

As Uganda faces a recent outbreak of monkeypox, health authorities are urging the public to take precautions to prevent the spread of this contagious disease. Read more »

Uganda: Three PDM Sacco Leaders in Namutumba Remanded Over Fraud

Three leaders of the Kiwani PDM SACCO in Bulolo Village, Namutumba District have been remanded over fraud. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's Breastfeeding Rate Reaches 87 Percent

The Ministry of Health has said that Uganda's breastfeeding rate has increased by 21% since 2016, rising to 87%. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Confirms Two New Mpox Cases in Kasese

The Ministry of Health has confirmed two new cases of Mpox (formerly known as Monkeypox) in Uganda. Read more »

Uganda: Dementia - Understanding Symptoms and Treatment Options

Dementia is a collective term used to describe various symptoms of cognitive decline, such as forgetfulness. Read more »

Uganda: Over 50,000 Residents in Mayuge Bask in Restored Health, Sanitation

As the sun prepares to set, it bounces off the slightly rusty iron sheets of a house tucked away in Wandegeya B village, Wandegeya parish in Kityerera sub county in Mayuge… Read more »

Uganda: Ssentamu, 38, Has Spent 33 Years Battling Rare Muscular Disease

Joseph Ssentamu lies in bed, battling an incurable muscle disease that has progressively robbed him of his strength over the past 33 years. Read more »

Uganda: White Elephants Take to Jinja Hospital ICU

The newly refurbished Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital is under utilised due to understaffing at the facility. Read more »

Uganda: Schools Urged to Set Up Mental Health Clubs

Schools have been urged to establish mental health clubs to provide a platform for students to discuss mental health issues and raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse,… Read more »

Uganda: Number of Men Opting for Vasectomy Goes Up

The number of men who opt for vasectomy as a family planning method has gone up, statistics have shown. Read more »

Uganda: Increased Maternal, Infant Deaths At Mbale Referral Hospital Worry Residents

Stakeholders have raised a red flag over a surge in maternal and newborn deaths attributed to the perceived neglect of expecting mothers at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni, Israel Businessmen Discuss Using AI to Fight Malaria in Uganda

President Museveni has held discussions with a delegation of Israel businessmen led by Israel Green and Koby Shushan. Read more »

Uganda: Ugandan Doctor Invents AI Tool for Healthcare

A Ugandan medical doctor and entrepreneur Dr. Shamim Nabuuma has invented a ChatGPT like Artificial Intelligence Chatbot that interprets medical records like laboratory tests,… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda to Introduce Long-Acting HIV Prevention Injections

Uganda is set to receive its first shipment of long-acting HIV prevention injections, marking a significant stride in the country's efforts to combat the HIV/AIDS disease.… Read more »