The Lancet Planetary Health has published a comprehensive global analysis indicating a potential link between rising air pollution and increased antibiotic resistance. Examining data from 116 countries between 2000 and 2018, the study highlights a correlation between elevated levels of air pollution and a surge in antibiotic resistance. Regions such as North Africa, the Middle…
The Uganda Prison Service has raised concerns over the lack of adherence to HIV/AIDS prevention messages among the majority of prisoners in the country’s prisons. Frank Baine, the spokesperson for the Uganda Prison Service, highlighted that a significant number of prisoners, often illiterate or semi-illiterate, are not easily persuaded to grasp the importance of HIV/AIDS…
The absence of a neurologist is causing significant challenges for Kabale Regional Referral Hospital’s services. A neurologist, a medical professional specialized in diagnosing and treating brain and nervous system disorders, is a critical component of a well-rounded healthcare team. Despite the hospital receiving a CT scan machine from the Ministry of Health last year, the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Gulu Regional Cancer Centre is a much-needed facility in Northern Uganda, where cancer is a major health problem. The new equipment will help to improve the diagnosis and treatment of cancer patients in the region, and it is expected to save many lives. The Cancer Centre is a major step forward in the fight…
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…
The survey by Twaweza shows that there are major gaps in emergency medical services in Uganda. Only 5% of Ugandans are aware of a toll-free number to call in case of a medical emergency, and even fewer know of an ambulance that they can call to their village. The majority of people who experience an…