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However, public health officials warn that a single undetected case can reignite transmission chains.

In a society where people are often expected to endure hardship quietly, creating spaces for open conversation may be one of the most important steps toward preventing future tragedies.

Speaking to dozens of breakfast attendees, Bishop Emeritus Alfred Acur Okodi stressed that no single individual can transform the hospital alone.

Speaking during the launch held in Agwiri sub-county, Ogwal Omara thanked the ministry for responding to the district’s request for vaccines.

Unlike many girls who encounter menstruation with fear and confusion, Sarah Atim had already learned about it from teachers and older students in her boarding school.

Apio Ruth Sharon Baru expressed concern that many people no longer fear HIV infection as they did in the past, making prevention efforts more challenging.

Beyond this award-winning research, Prof. Ario has made significant contributions to strengthening research culture and the research environment within Uganda and across Africa. 

Hoima City Council mayor, Edward Isingoma, has urged the health workers at Karongo Health Centre III to prioritise better service delivery to the people seeking health services.

A nation-wide survey conducted between 2015 and 2018, revealed a high prevalence of sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease in Uganda with a crude birth-rate of over 240,000 sickle cell trait births and over 17,000 sickle cell disease births occurring annually in Uganda.

Menstruating girls and women face discrimination at home, in the education system, and all along.

The meeting also directed schools to follow the standard operating procedures (SOPs), which include daily screening.