New research published in Arthritis & Rheumatology suggests that for people overweight or with obesity who also have knee or hip osteoarthritis, a slow-to-moderate—but not fast—rate of weight loss caused by anti-obesity medications may lower their risk of premature death. Among 6,524 participants with knee or hip osteoarthritis who were taking orlistat, sibutramine, or rimonabant,…
New research published in JCCP Advances indicates that experiencing negative life events (NLE) during childhood is linked with a higher risk of developing symptoms of depression during young adulthood. Thinning of the orbitofrontal cortex, a region in the brain that affects emotion, during adolescence was also associated with increased depressive symptoms later in life. …
By Steven Enatu After three months of temporary closure, Teso Safe Motherhood has reopened its doors, bringing relief and joy to expected mothers in Soroti city and district. The facility, known for its trusted clinic and birth center catering to marginalized populations, had faced funding challenges, leading to its closure in September last year. City…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has granted approval to a groundbreaking vaccine known as R21/Matrix-M, giving it the prestigious status of a prequalified vaccine. This significant endorsement, announced early in October, represents a crucial advancement in the fight against malaria, especially for children. In a statement released on Thursday, WHO emphasized that this prequalification opens…
https://globalpressjournal.com/africa/uganda/mysterious – tropical disorder-devatating- families-northern-uganda/Patricia Lindrio, Global Press Journal Uganda KITGUM, UGANDA — Betty, 22, sits on the ground outside her home eating a mango. She chews the fruit with difficulty; her tongue has become heavy after years of constant biting. A group of children runs and plays a few feet away. Betty smiles and gestures at them.…
Waiting for two minutes or longer to clamp the umbilical cord of a premature baby likely reduces the risk of death soon after birth, compared with immediately clamping the cord or waiting a shorter time, according to two studies published in The Lancet. In a groundbreaking revelation, two companion systematic reviews and meta-analyses studies suggest that…
The Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) has secured a five-year grant extension, further fortifying its efforts in HIV treatment, diagnosis, and research, aligning with global endeavors to combat the HIV epidemic. Prof Pontian Kaleebu, the executive director of UVRI, announced the renewed funding at an end-of-year staff gathering officiated by Dr. Diana Atwiine, the permanent…
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has issued a warning against the utilization of Nicotine Replacement Therapies, emphasizing that nicotine, regardless of its form or concentration, poses health risks. These therapies, which are medically sanctioned methods for addressing tobacco use disorder by administering nicotine through non-tobacco means such as gum, patches, sprays, inhalers, or lozenges, were…
In the expanded One Dollar Initiative (ODI), the Uganda Aids Commission (UAC) is endeavoring to secure a minimum contribution of one dollar, equivalent to approximately 4,000 Uganda Shillings, from each mobile phone user in Uganda. The aim is to generate sufficient funds to support various HIV/AIDS interventions across the country. Launched in Uganda in…
The Luwero District Administration has recently imposed a ban on medical trainees engaging in the handling and administration of treatments to patients in health centers without the direct supervision of authorized personnel. Each year, Luwero district accommodates over 200 medical students from various institutions for practical training at health centers IIIs, IVs, and Luwero hospital.…