Breakthrough Study Reveals Promising Biomarker for Vascular Dementia Prevention and Treatment

A groundbreaking research effort led by Geneva University Hospitals (HUG) and the University of Geneva (UNIGE) has provided fresh insights into age-related dementias, particularly vascular dementia – the second most common form after Alzheimer’s disease. The study spotlights the pivotal role of the brain molecule known as chemokine receptor 5 (CCR5) in the neuronal deterioration…

Experts Raise Alarms about the Perils of Air Pollution Levels on Unborn Babies

“Experts at Makerere University Lung Institute have warned that exposure to air pollution by pregnant women is catastrophic to their unborn babies,” cautioned Dr. Rebecca Nantanda, a researcher at the institute. She made this statement during an interview following the institute’s release of a study that unveiled alarmingly high levels of air pollution in Kampala…

UCI Honors Cancer Experts with International Award of Excellence in South Korea

The Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) celebrated the achievements of two outstanding experts in cancer treatment who recently received the International Award of Excellence in cancer care in South Korea. These prestigious awards were bestowed by the Lee Jong-Wook Fellowship, administered by Yonsei University. Dr. Martin Origa, a dedicated Gynecologist Oncologist, and Dr. Solomon Owino, a…