Rukia: “We trained Lango clan leaders to act as government advocates, educating their communities about the malaria vaccine and routine immunization.”
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International oncology experts meet in Kenya to address regional cancer needs
National Comprehensive Cancer Network and African Cancer Coalition take part in American Cancer Society Global Academy Regional Workshop to improve cancer care in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Over 74,000 women in Uganda suffer from fistula
Annually on 23 May, the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula is observed by the international community as a way to rally action, commitment and support to ending obstetric fistula.
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Despite being preventable and curabl, cervical cancer remains 4th biggest cancer in women
Agrees Pooja Mishra, Secretary of NCPI Plus that it is unacceptable when cervical cancer, which is preventable and curable – and the only cancer which can be eliminated – still kills 350,000 women worldwide.
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Lt. Gen. Paul Lokech memorial medical camp launched in Kitgum
Paul Lokech died on August 21, 2021, at the rank of Major General.
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Toxic politics of selling addiction to children
In Mexico, food and beverage advertising targeted at children is not just pervasive – it is manipulative.
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Polio survivor shares the struggles of living without a wheelchair
Mugwanya, now in his early forties, was diagnosed with polio at the age of three.
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Nyeko Johnson donates ambulances to Lamwo district
Lamwo district operates 31 functional health facilities, including those managed by government agencies, development partners like UNHCR, and private entities.
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Gulu Blood Bank urges city residents to embrace blood donation culture
Witness Odongo, a blood bank official, reminded the public that donation is voluntary.
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Amolatar HCIV receives new theatre equipment
The recent advancements at Amolatar Health Center IV represent a positive step towards improving healthcare delivery in the area.
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Examinations trigger mental health crisis among Gulu City students
Mind, Body and Soul expects to upscale the project to other schools when the Pilot phase proves success.
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Sexual abuse of girls with nodding syndrome in Kitgum sparks outrage
Districts of Kitgum, Lamwo, Amuru; Pader and Gulu have high cases of nodding syndrome disease.