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Experts have urged the Uganda National Council for Higher Education to strengthen accreditation processes and conduct regular reviews of medical courses to ensure the quality of health professionals meets the needs of Ugandans. Speaking at a Health Professions Education (HPE) conference, Prof. Sarah Kiguli, a Pediatrician and lecturer at Makerere University, highlighted concerns about universities…
By Malik Fahad Jjingo The chief of Buddu County in the Buganda Kingdom has urged the Government to address gaps in the delivery of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services, ensuring an approach that respects the rights of all individuals, including those with disabilities. Jude Muleke, the county chief for Buddu County (Pokino),…
By Steven Enatu Tuberculosis (TB) and HIV co-infections continue to pose a significant burden in Teso Sub Region, with particular challenges related to men avoiding medical attention for these conditions. On April 12, 2024, journalists in Teso Sub Region were briefed on the critical issue of TB and HIV co-infections through a training in media…
Health workers in the West Nile region point to malaria as a significant factor driving the area’s high infant mortality rate. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines infant mortality rate as the likelihood of a child born in a specific period dying before reaching one year of age, based on age-specific mortality rates. The latest…
The United States is providing more than $25 million (about 95.3 billion shillings) in refugee and food security assistance to Uganda. The aid, which forms part of the US government’s commitments, is being channeled through its foreign development agency, USAID, and the Department of State. “This additional funding to WFP and UNHCR will support the…
By Steven Enatu in Soroti In a tragic turn of events, a 9-year-old boy was laid to rest in Amuria last week after succumbing to sickle cell disease complications exacerbated by a shortage of hydroxyurea medication and blood. This devastating loss highlights the dire circumstances faced by families battling this genetic blood disorder in the…
The Queen of Buganda Kingdom, Lady Sylvia Nagginda, has been a strong advocate for increased investment in healthcare and education, arguing that these sectors are crucial for the kingdom’s development. Despite the national budget for 2023/24 increasing to Shillings 52 trillion, with a focus on development, there were reductions in funding for health and education.…
Recent findings published in Andrology shed light on the potential impact of sedentary leisure activities, particularly computer usage, on men’s risk of erectile dysfunction. Previous research has identified genetic variants associated with sedentary behaviors like watching television, using computers, and driving for leisure. In this latest analysis, focusing on more than 200,000 men, it was…
Recent research published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology delves into the effects of wearing cosmetic foundation during aerobic exercise on skin health and pore behavior. The study involved 43 healthy college students, comprising 20 males and 23 females. Participants had foundation cream applied to half of their faces in two distinct areas (forehead and…
A recent study published in Neurourology and Urodynamics suggests a potential connection between daytime screen time and nighttime urination frequency. According to the study, adults who spent five or more hours a day watching TV or videos were more likely to experience nocturia, defined as the need to urinate multiple times during the night. Drawing…