WHO Establishes Commission to Tackle the Issue of Loneliness

The World Health Organization (WHO) has initiated a groundbreaking commission dedicated to cultivating social connections, recognizing loneliness as a significant health concern, as per a statement unveiled on Wednesday. This commission, comprising representatives from various continents, is designed not only to spotlight social connection as a priority but also to expedite the implementation of solutions…

African city leaders unite to build political support for climate action

In the heart of Tshwane, the bustling city played host to a momentous gathering as C40 welcomed representatives from twelve African cities for a transformative two-day Political Leadership Masterclass on Climate Change Governance. This assembly of high-profile political and governance figures, part of the  Climate Action Implementation Programme, aimed to propel cities toward carbon neutrality…

Expanding Access of HIV Prevention Injection to Include Adolescents: MU-JHU

Researchers from the collaborative effort between Mulago-based Makerere University and Johns Hopkins University (MU-JHU) have disclosed that the soon-to-be-approved long-acting Cabotegravir injection, designed to prevent HIV, is deemed safe for adolescents. The administration of this HIV-preventing drug involves initial injections four weeks apart, followed by subsequent injections every eight weeks. The drug is intended for…

Urinary Tract Infections on the rise in Teso

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are causing concern among healthcare professionals in the Teso sub-region. These infections, often caused by bacteria from the skin or rectum entering the urethra, lead to urinary tract infections, impacting various parts of the urinary tract, particularly the bladder, and causing frequent and painful urination. At Soroti Regional Referral Hospital, Dr.…

Kamukira HC IV Risks Demotion Over failure to Conduct C-Sections

The Health Ministry is mulling over the idea of downgrading Kamukira Health Center in Kabale Municipality from a Health Centre IV to a Health Centre III. This potential step backward stems from the facility’s health workers failing to perform cesarean sections during childbirth. Found in Kirigime ward, Southern Division, Kamukira Health Centre IV stands as…

Chronicling the Challenges Faced by Survivors in Validating Their Tuberculosis Diagnosis

As Uganda grapples with the ongoing loss of up to thirty lives daily due to Tuberculosis (TB), experts point to delayed entry into care as a significant factor. However, survivors highlight another troubling aspect—the prolonged time it takes to detect the TB germ during the care process. Mary Mpakibi, a survivor of multi-drug resistant TB,…

The Financial Burden of Diabetes Management in Uganda’s Healthcare System

In the realm of Uganda’s healthcare system, a well-guarded secret exists – the staggering expenses entailed in treating diabetes are known primarily to patients and their closest kin. This financial predicament is most dire for those grappling with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), a condition afflicting roughly 4.2% of Uganda’s populace. A groundbreaking inquiry conducted…