All posts tagged "Health"
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517HealthEmbracing the Call to ‘Lead and Inspire’ in Nursing and Midwifery
As I reflect on my professional and social journey, I am humbled to discover that leadership has been the recurring melody in...
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440HealthTokophobia is real: The fear of childbirth
Imagine being terrified, not just anxious at the thought of pregnancy but also childbirth. For many, this is a constant fear and...
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478HealthReview mothers, newborns who die in private health facilities in Uganda
“You may have gone, but your exceptional legacy lives on through your family, communities and countless lives you touched”, I said. Whereas...
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939HealthHow to handle emergencies during pregnancy, childbirth and after delivery like a Pro
In a predominantly faith-based country like Uganda, when a woman dies during pregnancy, or childbirth or the period after delivery, it raises...
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521HealthAflatoxins and food safety in Uganda
By Kamara Dainel Aflatoxins are toxic substances produced by certain moulds (fungi) that grow on crops, particularly in warm, humid environments. These...
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594HealthWhy Nutrition is key for Hemorrhoids
By Kamara Daniel Haemorrhoids, commonly referred to as piles, are swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus. They can be quite...
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384HealthWhy your typhoid tests always show positive
By Muzee Abdul When you walk into a clinic or hospital seeking medical care, the last thing you expect to hear is...
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727HealthZero Sugar Challenge 2025, an Urgent Call by Nutritionists
By Kamara Daniel Starting today, Wednesday, January 15th, 2025, the Zero Sugar Challenge will officially kick off in Uganda, running until April...
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636HealthEating healthy for Christmas: A guide to eating well to avoid gastrointestinal discomforts during festive
By Kamara Daniel The holiday season is a time for celebration, connection, and indulgence. With all the delicious festive foods and drinks,...
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543HealthWhy 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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What 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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551OP-EDCould antimicrobial resistance make everyday surgeries deadly?
By Eric Ssenuni Surgical procedures are renowned for their life-saving capabilities and health benefits. However, consider a future where even routine operations,...
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708HealthWhy 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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565HealthUnderstanding 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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671HealthBreast Cancer: Unmasking the hidden threat
Breast cancer, a pervasive and complex ailment, relentlessly affects individuals worldwide. At the heart of the discussion lies the unsettling trend of...
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856HealthCervical cancer is among the most preventable cancers
While contributing to cervical cancer awareness in January through community sensitization using various social media platforms, lots of questions keep coming in...
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635HealthNutritionists start 60-day zero sugar challenge to curb adverse effects of sugary foods
Kampala, (UG): Nutritionists in Uganda organized under the Nutrition Rehabilitation Centre have kicked off the 60-day zero sugar challenge in combined efforts...
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561HealthHealthy lifestyle tips to observe during festive holidays
By Kamara Daniel Exercise is a key aspect of maintaining the normal synergy for the general well-being of the body towards the...
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736HealthPreparing a healthy meal this Christmas
By Kamara Daniel Christmas is a large festive season celebrated by thousands of people globally and as people converge together for days...
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942HealthCerebral Palsy: What the community considers witchcraft, and what you ought to know
By Aisha Naava One of the key challenges faced by individuals with cerebral palsy in Uganda is the limited awareness and understanding...
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Balancing blood sugars for a healthy lifestyle
By Kamara Daniel Balancing sugars simply means maintaining the blood glucose in the normal ranges so that the body is neither depleted...
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617HealthCholesterol: The principal sterol of all higher animals that leads to atherosclerosis
By Sande E Oundo Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in one’s blood. The body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but...
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762HealthEmpowering communities to make informed decisions on reproductive health family planning methods
Reproductive health and family planning methods are pivotal aspects of public health that profoundly impact the well-being of individuals, families, and communities....
