Health

By Akena Martin Wednesday, 30 October 2024:  In a significant initiative aimed at addressing sickle cell disease, the Government of Uganda, in collaboration with the Bristol Myers Foundation and Texas Children's Hospital, officially launched a comprehensive program. The program is designed...

By Akena Martin The partnership between the Government of Uganda and UNICEF has made significant strides in improving healthcare services in the West Nile region, particularly in Koboko District.  Since 2017, UNICEF has been supporting the region with interventions for women...

By Akena Martin Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, a vital healthcare facility serving nine districts in the Tooro region, has been grappling with numerous challenges, including staff shortages, oxygen supply issues, and inadequate waste management.  However, thanks to the intervention...

By Akena Martin In a significant milestone for Uganda's healthcare sector, Lira Regional Referral Hospital has inaugurated a cutting-edge satellite laboratory, courtesy of the Uganda COVID-19 Response and Emergency Preparedness Project (UCREPP). This advanced facility promises to revolutionise diagnosis,...

By Akena Martin Kampala, Uganda - Palliative care experts gathered to discuss the state of palliative care services in Uganda, highlighting progress and challenges. Dr. Moses Muwanga emphasised the crucial role of data-guided orders in increasing morphine availability. "Accurate data informs...

The three-day Interdisciplinary Consortium for Epidemic Research (ICER) Symposium, hosted by the Makerere University Lung Institute, concluded on a strong note today, with key discussions centered on advancing epidemic research and fostering cross-border cooperation to combat public health challenges in East...

Hon. Dr. Musenero Monica, the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, has today officially opened the Interdisciplinary Consortium for Epidemic Research (ICER) Symposium on Mpox in Kampala, Uganda. The event is taking place from October 1-3, 2024, at Speke...

Kampala, Uganda: In the face of the escalating Mpox outbreak, East African leaders are joining forces to combat the spread of the disease. The Interdisciplinary Consortium for Epidemic Research (ICER) through the Science, Technology, and Innovation Secretariat (STI) is...

Kampala, Uganda-The country's medical landscape has witnessed a significant milestone with the introduction of cardiac MRI technology, poised to revolutionise heart disease diagnosis and treatment. Led by renowned expert Dr. James Kayima, this groundbreaking initiative aims to enhance patient...

The National Viral Hepatitis Prevention and Control Strategic Plan 2023-2028 was unveiled during World Hepatitis Day on August 2 in Kumi District by the State Minister for Health in charge of General Duties, Hon. Hanifer Kawooya. The strategy aims...