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The Ministry of Health in Uganda is concerned about the way laboratory results are being handled. They say that some lab experts are issuing results negligently, which could have serious consequences. For example, during the recent Ebola outbreak in Mubende, there were cases where results were being thrown around, creating unnecessary fear. The MOH also…
The Ministry of Health has received a mobile laboratory worth 700 million Shillings to strengthen surveillance of infectious diseases and healthcare systems along the borders. The lab which will be stationed at the Central Health Laboratories in Butabika National Referral Hospital in Kampala was donated by the Intergovernmental Authority on Development in partnership with the…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its latest guidance on sexually transmitted infections (STI) warning that infections are on the rise globally. The latest data shows that more than a million people are acquiring the infections each day. In a statement released on Tuesday, the organization notes that during the COVID-19 pandemic, many countries had…
East and Southern Africa are facing an ongoing food crisis, with widespread food insecurity affecting millions of people due to a combination of drought, flooding, conflict, and economic hardships according to a World Bank report. The situation is particularly dire in Ethiopia, where Emergency (IPC Phase 4) conditions persist, and parts of Somalia and South…
Educational institutions are still grappling with the aftermath of the CoVID-19 pandemic, particularly in Northern Uganda, where schools are facing challenges in rehabilitating learners dealing with drug and substance abuse disorders. When the Covid-19 pandemic hit the country, the government closed all educational institutions to control the spread of the virus, affecting around 15 million…
The Face of Gulu beauty queens are leading the charge in advocating for community sensitization on the importance of sickling tests before marriage. They are set to launch a sickle cell awareness campaign on July 29th, 2023, at Kaunda Grounds in Gulu City. The primary objective of the campaign is to raise awareness about sickle…
A study published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity journal has revealed that people in their eighties, known as superagers, who can recall everyday events and life experiences as well as someone 20 to 30 years younger, also demonstrate greater movement speed and have lower rates of anxiety and depression compared to typical older adults. The…
Dozens of aging patients in Uganda are stuck with a daily intake of painkillers due to pending knee replacement surgeries. The cost of knee replacement surgery in Uganda is around 20 million Shillings, which is out of reach for many people. The hospital does not charge for the service, but patients need to buy…
A landmark study published in The Lancet has shed light on the relationship between hearing loss and cognitive decline in older adults. While hearing aids and audiological support services did not have a significant impact on cognitive decline in a general population of older adults over a 3-year period, treating hearing loss proved beneficial for…
A groundbreaking analysis published in The Lancet has brought a ray of hope to people living with HIV. The study, presented at the 12th International AIDS Society Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2023), revealed that those who maintain low, but still detectible, levels of the virus and diligently adhere to their antiretroviral regimen have an almost…