Global Summit on Traditional Medicine Hosted by WHO to Examine Evidence and Boost Health Advancements

The World Health Organization (WHO) is convening the Traditional Medicine Global Summit on 17 and 18 August 2023​ in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India. Co-hosted by the Government of India, the Summit will explore the role of traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine in addressing pressing health challenges and driving progress in global health and sustainable development. High-level…

Gates Foundation Funds Nearly 50 Projects Advancing Equitable AI Access for Global Health and Development

In a significant step towards addressing global health and development challenges, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has selected around 50 grant recipients to spearhead AI-enabled large language model (LLM) projects. These initiatives are expected to contribute to shaping equitable access to artificial intelligence (AI) solutions in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), promoting the well-being…

 AI-Supported Mammography Screening Shows Promising Results in Swedish Trial

A groundbreaking interim safety analysis of the first randomized trial investigating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in a national breast cancer screening program has revealed encouraging results. The trial, conducted in Sweden with over 80,000 women, demonstrated that AI-supported screening detected 20% more cancers compared to routine double reading of mammograms by two breast…

Surge in Liver Complications at St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor Raises Concerns

St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor, located in Gulu City, is experiencing a concerning rise in medical admissions due to liver complications. The medical unit at the hospital has noted a significant increase in cases of liver diseases, primarily cirrhosis of the liver. This condition, characterized by permanent scarring that impairs liver function and may lead to…

Concerns Mount Over State of Holy Family Hospital Nyapea, Zombo District

The state of Holy Family Hospital Nyapea, a critical healthcare facility founded by Catholic missionaries, has raised concerns among stakeholders. This hospital serves a significant population of over 280,000 people in Zombo district and the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ituri province. On July 31st, 2023, a monitoring report on health service delivery in Zombo…

Uganda’s Ministry of Health Proposes Revised National Health Insurance Scheme with Mandatory Annual Contribution for All Adults

The Ministry of Health in Uganda is proposing a revised National Health Insurance Scheme that would require every adult Ugandan to contribute 15,000 shillings annually (about US$4). The original bill, passed by parliament in 2021, was withdrawn by the government due to gaps that needed addressing after consultations with stakeholders. However, concerns have been raised…

Richard Olanya’s Innovative Initiative Revolutionizes Waste Management and Livestock Feeds in Gulu City

Richard Olanya, a resident of Kanyagoga in Bardege-Layibi division, Gulu City, has become a local hero by taking the lead in managing organic waste and combating environmental pollution. His pioneering solution involves breeding black soldier fly larvae (BSFL), which efficiently convert organic waste into edible biomass rich in essential nutrients. Equipped with a Diploma in…