Children Pay the Price as Life’s Demands Interfere With Breastfeeding

Summary: As fewer Ugandan mothers follow WHO guidance for six months of exclusive breastfeeding, newborns are at risk of infections, stunted growth and malnutrition. By: Apophia Agiresaasi, Global Press Journal Uganda. This story was originally published by Global Press Journal.  KAMPALA, UGANDA — When Christine Kyagera gave birth during the coronavirus lockdown, she wanted to…

Drug Could Beat Back HIV — If People Could Get It

This story was originally published by Global Press Journal.  Summary:  Cabotegravir is a promising HIV prevention medication that’s approved in countries like the United States. But in sub-Saharan Africa, access encounters a number of hurdles. By: Nakisanze Segawa, Global Press Journal Uganda. KAMPALA, UGANDA — Night after night, Annet worries about contracting HIV. The single…