health Mulago Sets the Clock on Liver Transplants as Fertility and Neonatal Care Score Gains
By Bridget Nsimenta . 2 days ago
Mulago Sets the Clock on Liver Transplants as Fertility and Neonatal Care Score Gains

Meanwhile, Dr Evelyn Nabunya, executive director of Mulago Specialised Women & Neonatal Hospital, reported significant milestones in fertility treatme...


health Over 60,000 Kamwenge Households to Receive Water Filters in Health Boost Initiative
By Ivan Mugisha . 2 days ago
Over 60,000 Kamwenge Households to Receive Water Filters in Health Boost Initiative

The initiative, spearheaded by Spouts of Water, Africa’s largest manufacturer of ceramic water filters, seeks to address pressing health concerns, par...


health Uganda Grapples with Cervical Cancer Crisis
By Tracey Kansiime . 3 days ago
Uganda Grapples with Cervical Cancer Crisis

Every year, Uganda records 36,000 new cancer cases, of which 7,000 are cervical cancer—accounting for 20% of all cancers in the country.


health NDA Responds to MoH Suspension of Replenish Therapeutic Food
By Ramson Muhairwe . 3 days ago
NDA Responds to MoH Suspension of Replenish Therapeutic Food

According to NDA, while the reported adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are a concern, the cases are isolated, and there is no confirmed link between Reple...


health Covid-19 Vaccines, ARVs worth Shs316Bn destroyed Last Year- AG report
By Samuel Muhimba . 3 days ago
Covid-19 Vaccines, ARVs worth Shs316Bn destroyed Last Year- AG report

In the health sector, there are substantial challenges of expiration of medical supplies. Government had to write off Shs316.65Bn worth of COVID-19 va...


health Ministry of Health Intensifies Public Engagements to Improve Service Delivery
By Henry Mugenyi . 4 days ago
Ministry of Health Intensifies Public Engagements to Improve Service Delivery

We believe that meaningful change starts with listening to the people we serve. These dialogues will guide our policies and ensure that reforms addres...


health Ministry of Health to Tighten Regulations for Healthcare Worker Training
By Henry Mugenyi . 4 days ago
Ministry of Health to Tighten Regulations for Healthcare Worker Training

The healthcare system can only be as strong as its workforce.


health Jinja Hospital seeks Shs500m to curb patients congestion

health Lamwo Struggling to Contain Cholera Outbreak
By Joseph Omagor . 5 days ago
Lamwo Struggling to Contain Cholera Outbreak


health Silent Signals: Why Adult Bed-Wetting Demands Immediate Attention
By Bridget Nsimenta . 5 days ago
Silent Signals: Why Adult Bed-Wetting Demands Immediate Attention

Unlike childhood bed-wetting, commonly a "kid thing" which is typically developmental, adult cases may result from physical obstructions like bladder...


health BoU Hands Over Renovated Facilities Worth Shs 500M to Magoro Health Centre III
By Pedson Mumbere . 1 week ago
BoU Hands Over Renovated Facilities Worth Shs 500M to Magoro Health Centre III

Speaking at the handover ceremony, Atingi-Ego emphasized the importance of healthcare infrastructure in improving maternal and child health outcomes


health UPDF troops encouraged to stay alert as Mpox cases surge
By Samuel Muhimba . 1 week ago
UPDF troops encouraged to stay alert as Mpox cases surge

Mpox is a serious public health threat that spreads through contact. We need to adhere to precautions,” said Col Dr Kyobe, addressing the troops


health Understanding Brain Death: When the Heart Beats, but the Brain No Longer Lives
By Ramson Muhairwe . 1 week ago
Understanding Brain Death: When the Heart Beats, but the Brain No Longer Lives

MP Muhammad Ssegirinya was on Thursday morning declared brain dead by doctors and here is what the condition entails


health Substance Abuse Fuels Mental Health Crisis in Mbarara
By Bridget Nsimenta . 1 week ago
Substance Abuse Fuels Mental Health Crisis in Mbarara

Mental health is a condition that affects our thoughts and behaviour. It impacts every part of our life


health Kitagwenda Officials Under Probe for Drug Theft Fail,Appear Before Health Monitoring Unit
By Ivan Mugisha . 1 week ago
Kitagwenda Officials Under Probe for Drug Theft Fail,Appear Before Health Monitoring Unit

These items were intercepted by police at Kyendangara Trading Centre in Mahyoro Town Council while being transported by a boda-boda rider


health Uganda reaffirms readiness to handle potential disease outbreak
By Henry Mugenyi . 1 week ago
Uganda reaffirms readiness to handle potential disease outbreak

Our experience with COVID-19 taught us valuable lessons. We have strengthened our capacity at all entry points, especially Entebbe International Airpo...


health Uganda rules out lockdown amid global health concerns
By Henry Mugenyi . 1 week ago
Uganda rules out lockdown amid global health concerns

We are confident in our capacity to manage this situation without resorting to lockdowns. Our surveillance and healthcare systems are stronger and mor...


health Patients at Iganga Hospital Decry Bedbug Infestation
By Teven Kibumba . 2 weeks ago
Patients at Iganga Hospital Decry Bedbug Infestation

Patients reported that the bedbugs and mosquitoes are aggravating their conditions, with some fearing that the pests might be contributing to their il...