The Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) has been the recipient of cancer screening equipment valued at Shillings 400 million, courtesy of The Korean Foundation for International Health Care (KOFIH). This donation holds particular significance for Uganda, given its substantial burden of cancer, especially cervical cancer among women. Dr. James Chakachon, from the Ministry of Health’s Department…

In the global effort to get immunisation back on track post-pandemic, the east African nation has emerged as a frontrunner. 1 May 2024 by Syriacus Buguzi,  Gavi Staff Saumu Ramadhani, a Community Health Worker (CHW) in Kwa Mtoro, a village in central Tanzania, witnessed the backsliding of immunisation efforts as COVID-19 swept the globe, sparking panic.…

Recently approved malaria vaccines have reinvigorated hopes of eliminating the disease, but other innovations are in development that could further bolster these efforts.  12 March 2024 by Linda Geddes Malaria vaccination in Cameroon. Credit: Gavi/2024/Go’tham Industry Malaria is one of the greatest infectious killers in human history and, despite recent control efforts, an estimated 600,000…

 It’s been true since Edward Jenner’s day: finding a vaccine is just the first step. Getting it out into the world demands a lot more problem-solving. 30  April 2024     by Gavi Staff       A special tray with an inset ice-pack helps health workers in often-sweltering Mumbai keep different vaccines at their optimal temperatures once…

Investigators have applied artificial intelligence techniques to gait analyses and medical records data to provide insights about individuals with leg fractures and aspects of their recovery.   The study, which is published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Research, uncovered a significant association between the rates of hospital readmission after fracture surgery and the presence of…

Microchipping is expensive; paper vaccination booklets can get lost or swapped. So how can vaccinators ensure canine community members aren’t at risk of contracting – and transmitting – rabies? There’s an app for that, learns James Karuga. 23 April 2024 by James Karuga On a typical day, Godbless Felix, a rabies vaccinator, enters a home accompanied…

Read all the news, explainers and features from our VaccinesWork writers on the historic roll-out of the world’s first malaria vaccine. 25 April 2024 Benta Achieng, 24, with her 9 month-old son Raymond Biha. Credit: Gavi/2023/Kelvin Juma Which countries will receive the malaria vaccine?   Read all articles about malaria Original article This article was…

In a significant stride toward malaria prevention in Africa, Benin, Liberia, and Sierra Leone commenced a large-scale rollout of the life-saving malaria vaccine targeting millions of children across the three West African nations. This initiative, announced on World Malaria Day, aims to enhance vaccine deployment in the African region. The launch extends access to comprehensive…

Health experts attribute high rates of cleft lip and palate in the West Nile sub-region to factors such as poor nutrition and harmful habits like smoking and alcohol consumption among expectant mothers. Smile Care Uganda, a charitable organization, reports at least 67 cases in the past three years, with Pakwach district recording the highest incidence.…

U.S. Ambassador to Uganda William W. Popp marked World Malaria Day on Thursday, April 25, 2024, with a visit to the Namutumba District in Uganda, underscoring the United States’ commitment to combat malaria and improve health outcomes in partnership with local communities and organizations. Joined by local council and district leaders, community members of Itonko…

By: Beatrice Lamwaka, GPJ Uganda This story was originally published by Global Press Journal. KAMPALA, UGANDA — Hellen Alal has spent most of her 75 years selling fresh produce at Nakawa Market, arriving at the bustling hub on the eastern edge of Uganda’s capital city alongside thousands of other vendors at 7 each morning and…

New evidence from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows the extensive overuse of antibiotics during the COVID-19 pandemic worldwide, which may have exacerbated “silent” spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). While only 8% of hospitalized patients with COVID-19 had bacterial co-infections requiring antibiotics, three out of four or some 75% of patients have been treated with…

Dr. Hakim Sendagire, a lecturer and researcher at Makerere University College of Health Sciences, has authored a comprehensive handbook titled ‘Correct Collection of Laboratory Specimens,’ offering a meticulous guide for health workers conducting laboratory tests. Released during Medical Laboratory Week, celebrated annually from April 14 to 20th, the book aims to underscore the pivotal role…

Seventy-nine people lost their lives, and 288 others sustained injuries in road accidents in one week ending 21April, as revealed by the Uganda Police. Michael Kananura, the traffic police spokesperson, highlighted that the majority of the victims were either motorcycle riders or pedestrians. Out of the 79 fatalities, 29 were motorcyclists, 23 were pedestrians, and…

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…