Current Affairs
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813Hope for sickle cell patients as Iganga Hospital acquires rapid testing machine
Iganga, Uganda: Efforts to combat sickle cell disease in Eastern Uganda have received a major boost after Iganga General Hospital acquired a...
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1.1KHealth workers trained on Spina Bifida care as Mbarara steps up PWD support
To improve disability care and early intervention, health workers and Village Health Teams in Mbarara have undergone specialized training on managing spina...
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804Kamuli leaders raise alarm as HIV rate shoots to 5.8%
The district leaders called on communities to strengthen efforts towards HIV prevention through responsible behavior, faithfulness among couples and increased awareness campaigns.
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519Kamuli health workers trained on managing Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus cases
Participants were equipped with knowledge and skills on identification, management and referral of children affected by the conditions, as well as community...
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814Gov’t intensifies Ebola, TB awareness through Kampala medical camps
According to health officials, the campaigns mainly focused on preventive healthcare, early disease detection and community sensitisation, particularly targeting high-risk diseases including...
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738Scientists developing first-ever Ebola Vaccine for deadly ‘Bundibugyo’ strain
Oxford, United Kingdom: Scientists at the University of Oxford are developing a new Ebola vaccine targeting the deadly Bundibugyo strain amid growing...
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972Rising depression cases push Kamuli into mental health drive
Speaking during the launch of the drive, Rita Ruta from Strong Minds Uganda warned that untreated depression remains one of the biggest...
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1.1KUganda confirms measles outbreak, 12 deaths recorded in 2026
Between January and April 2026, at least 20 districts—including Bulambuli, Kassanda, Amolatar, Kibaale, Nwoya, Gulu, and Adjumani—have confirmed outbreaks, with 12 measles-related...
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669100 regain sight as Lira Hospital team delivers life-changing surgeries in Aduku
The eye camp, held from April 20 to 24, saw specialist teams restore vision to patients suffering from cataracts and other eye...
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943Uganda rolls out Injectable HIV Prevention drug at Lira Hospital
Uganda has made notable progress in reducing HIV prevalence over the years, but new infections, particularly among adolescents and young adults, remain...
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1.2KGovt targets zero malaria deaths with health extension workers
The CHEWs are expected to bridge gaps between communities and health facilities through house-to-house visits, health education, disease prevention, and referrals, with...
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1.1KLira Hospital laboratory earns global accreditation
The accreditation positions the Lira-based facility among a select group of laboratories worldwide trusted to deliver accurate, reliable, and internationally accepted test...
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1.1KFrom Sight to Mobility: Ruparelia Foundation to offer free prosthetic legs at Mulago in Rajiv’s Memory
The three-day humanitarian camp, scheduled for May 1–3, 2026, aims to restore mobility and dignity to vulnerable Ugandans living with limb loss,...
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752Dr Kazibwe hails malaria control gains as cases drop in Iganga
Dr. Kazibwe attributed the progress to strong community involvement, particularly local council leaders, youth and women representatives, and religious leaders.
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815GAIN Uganda’s Ebyendiisa Expo to tackle poor diets amid rising child malnutrition
The two-day nutrition and agriculture Expo, organized by GAIN Uganda in partnership with the Ministry of Health and the Kingdom of the...
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871CURE Hospital launches new surgical facility to boost child care
Hospital officials said the new surgical suite will enhance their ability to perform life-saving procedures for children suffering from conditions such as...
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935Are avocados still safe to eat when brown?
If the browning is limited to surface discoloration and the flesh still smells fresh and has a normal, creamy texture, simply scrape...
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789Hon Okwere gifts Bukedea fully equipped ambulance to boost emergency care services
The facility, secured with support from Speaker Anita Among, is expected to improve response times and save lives across rural communities.
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746Stigma, poverty driving women to risky and unsafe abortions in Gulu
Health experts in Gulu warn that stigma, legal fears, and limited access to care are pushing girls toward dangerous herbal abortions, contributing...
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1.1KBusoga Health Forum Targets Schools in New Push to End Malaria Through Patriotism
Busoga Health Forum is turning classrooms into the frontline of the malaria fight—training students in both patriotism and prevention as a pilot...