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According to the recent Lancet Commission report, only 11 percent of people in Uganda who need palliative care services can access it. This revelation emerged as Uganda observed World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. Palliative care, a specialized form of medical care, aims to alleviate symptoms and suffering associated with serious illnesses, particularly life-threatening ones.…
In a significant stride towards combating malaria, a newly formed consortium known as OptiViVax has set its sights on developing next-generation vaccines that promise increased efficacy against Plasmodium vivax (P. vivax), the most prevalent human malaria-causing pathogen. This endeavor brings together academic institutions, industry leaders, and non-profit organizations to merge cutting-edge advancements in parasite immunology,…
During a stakeholder dialogue organized by the Local Sustainable Communities Organization (LOSCO) at White Horse Inn in Kabale, the Kabale District Health Officer, Dr. Gilbert Arinaitwe Mateeka, highlighted the alarming issue of teenage pregnancies in the district, stating, “Over 1300 cases of teenage pregnancies are recorded in the district every year.” Dr. Mateeka went on…
A new report from the World Stroke Organization has issued a stark warning, forecasting that strokes could cause nearly 10 million deaths annually by 2050 and cost up to $2 trillion per year, primarily affecting low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This report published by the Lancet Neurology Commission provides evidence-based recommendations to address the looming crisis…
The Masaka Catholic Diocese Health Department is contemplating an expansion of psychological health support services, responding to the surge in depression cases and its adverse impact on the community,” revealed Reverend Father Emmanuel Katabaazi, the Masaka Diocesan Coordinator of Health Services. He observed a rise in patients grappling with emotional stress, emphasizing the urgent need…
As the world observes Mental Health Day, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued fresh guidelines that underscore the ongoing challenges faced by mentally ill individuals despite existing legal protections. These guidelines, released in conjunction with the Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights (OHCHR), call upon nations to overhaul their legislation in order…
At the 2023 Grand Challenges Annual Meeting, Bill Gates, Co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, unveiled plans for new investments aimed at advancing access to mRNA research and vaccine manufacturing technology. This initiative is designed to bolster the capacity of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) in developing high-quality, life-saving vaccines on a large…
In 2020, an estimated 13.4 million babies arrived prematurely, and tragically, nearly one million succumbed to complications associated with preterm birth,” revealed a report released on Thursday by UN agencies and partners. The alarming data corresponds to approximately 1 in 10 babies born globally before completing 37 weeks of pregnancy, a statistic attributed to poor…
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has expressed concern over the high levels of absenteeism of health workers in various government facilities despite enhancing their salaries. Dr. Henry Mwebesa, the Director General of Health Services, shared their observations during a recent supervision tour of selected hospitals across the country, stating that dedication to work has not…
The Ministry of Health has expressed concern over the low turnout of mothers returning for additional vaccinations for their children after the initial doses. These vaccinations target key diseases such as diarrhea, polio, diphtheria, and hepatitis B, which require multiple doses. According to the vaccine schedule, children are supposed to receive doses of oral polio…