Health
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199Why Nutrition is important for stroke patients
By Kamara Daniel World Stroke Day is observed annually on October 29 to raise awareness about stroke prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. This...
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237Ugandan children with severe malaria experiencing resistance to world’s most powerful drug – Study
NEW ORLEANS, US:-(November 14, 2024) — A new study from Uganda provides the first evidence to date that resistance to a lifesaving malaria...
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221What you should know about World Diabetes Awareness Month 2024
By Kamara Daniel World Diabetes Day, celebrated on November 14 each year, aims to raise awareness about diabetes and its impact on...
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463Ugandan Saunas exploiting workers and fueling HIV spread, a health hazard in the making
By Amiri Wabusimba The increasing popularity of saunas in urban Uganda, particularly among the upper class, brings both wellness benefits and notable...
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416Why you should prioritize the WELLNESS OF YOUR HEART
By Aisha Naava A heart is a vital organ that pumps blood throughout the body, ensuring other organs and tissues receive enough...
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233Lira Hospital receives Hemoglobin machines from Sickle Cell support group
Lira, (UG):- Catherine Phil Sickle Support Initiative has delivered HB electrophoresis machines to Lira Regional Referral Hospital for advanced management and diagnosis...
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333Are we ready for the malaria vaccine rollout?
By Wejuli Jr Mike The introduction of the malaria vaccine is a historic breakthrough in global health, offering immense potential to reduce...
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1.8KStudy reveals Viagra makes people live longer
Men with stable coronary artery disease who are on Viagra due to impotence seem to live longer and have a lower risk...
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512Lay First Responder Training in Uganda: A Lifesaving Solution Neglected?
By Eric Ssennuni, World Trauma Day today is a stark reminder of the critical role lay first responders play in saving the...
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277Understanding Diabetes: What You Need to Know
Derick Rwakibale Diabetes Mellitus (commonly called diabetes) is a long-term condition that affects how your body processes sugar (glucose), which is the...
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EXPLAINER: Hepatitis B, its transmission, consequences, how to prevent, etc
By Derick Rwakibale Understanding Hepatitis B Hepatitis refers to the inflammation of the liver, and viral hepatitis is caused by specific viruses....
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378World Meningitis Day; Here’s all you need to know
By Brian Nambale As we commemorate World Meningitis Day (WMD) 2024 which previously for many years was marked on the 24th of...
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954Uganda confirms polio outbreak in Mbale, officials call for vigilance, vaccination
Mbale, (UG):- The Ministry of Health has confirmed an outbreak of polio in eastern Uganda’s Mbale City, with warnings that the disease...
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677Over 400 patients operated on first day of Ankole Surgical Camp at Mbarara Hospital
More than 400 patients have undergone successful surgeries on the first day of the Ankole Surgical Camp, according to Halson Kagure, Mbarara...
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778PS Atwine calls for global action on Hepatitis elimination at UN Assembly
New York, (US):– Uganda’s Permanent Secretary for Ministry of Health, Dr. Diana Atwine, has called for greater global efforts to eliminate hepatitis...
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317Benefits of home-cooked food
By Atwongyeire Alfred Firstly, one has control over ingredients and can modify recipes to fit his or her own preferences or special...
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445Meal Timing and Non-Communicable Diseases: A global concern with local implications
As the world grapples with the alarming rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancers, health experts increasingly...
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220Babies biting their mothers’ nipples while breastfeeding
To the breastfeeding mothers out there, how is your breastfeeding experience? Have you received any nipple bites from your breastfeeding babies? Well,...
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Snacking can be healthy; here’s why!
By Murungi Simon, A snack is a small amount of food eaten between meals or basically a portion of food smaller than...
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43International Nurses Day 2024: First Nurses Guard of Honor Service to be launched in Uganda
By Brian Nambale The commemoration of the Day of the Nurse commonly known as International Nurses Day (IND) is celebrated every 12th...
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297The Walking Dead: How mental health issues affect people’s lives today
In the intricate tapestry of human existence, there lies a profound narrative often obscured by silence a narrative of the walking dead....
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391After Cameroon, Uganda readies to roll out malaria vaccine
Kampala, (UG): Goverment of Uganda through the Ministry of Health has revealed that vaccination of children against Malaria is set to start...
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329Highlighting the progress of ‘ 60-Day Zero Sugar Challenge’ after Day 12
By Kamara Daniel The Sixty Day Zero Sugar challenge that started on January 1, 2024, geared by health specialists from the Nutrition...