Excitement in Kole South as MP Okot repairs 7 boreholes
At least seven boreholes have been repaired in seven months by Northern Uganda MP Boniface Okot.
Category: Health
Catherine Phil Sickle Support Initiative delivers HB electrophoresis machines
Dubbed “Uhuru Sickle Cell Run”, the organisers led by Catherine Phil Sickle Support Initiative promised to use the proceeds to support the wellbeing of the patients.
Rehabilitated boreholes excite MP Eyit Lira City West constituents
MP Obong Eyit promised that new boreholes would be drilled in areas where water shortages persisted.
US pumps shs15b to Uganda’s mpox response
Before mpox funding, this year, the United States announced nearly $14 million in new humanitarian assistance to refugees and host communities.
Why the mental health of teachers should concern us?
This annual event provides an important platform for raising awareness about mental health issues.
Who was George Angulo, Lango’s illustrious son?
George Angulo volunteered as a member of the Lira District Service Commission and a board member at the Lira Regional Referral Hospital.
Stakeholders convene in Lira City to address “AIDS prevalence” in Lango sub-region
If only 10 people in Uganda become infected each year, it means it is no longer an important issue, but it does not mean AIDS will be eradicated, Dr Aceng said.
Uhuru Sickle Cell Run targets procuring two HB electrophoresis machines
The Uhuru Sickle Cell Run is expected to be attended by lead runners Moses Kipsiro and Otuke East County MP Julius Acon Bua.
Social support becomes lifeline for health amid financial strain
Poor mental health, including high stress, and poor physical health, are key factors associated with lower vitality levels and should therefore be primary focuses for action.
Surviving the silent threat: A journey through antimicrobial resistance
The WOAH Report on Antimicrobial Agents for Use in Animals 2024 includes not only analyses of 2021 antimicrobial quantities, but also trends from 2019-2021 in 81 countries.
Calls for global health spending to save millions of children from malnutrition and disease
New modelling shows 40 million more children will suffer from hunger’s worst effects by 2050 due to climate change, but immediate action could instead boost health, spur economic growth.
Fapon’s Mpox antigen detection product shows unparalleled sensitivity of below 1 pg/mL in positive clinical specimens
Fapon Biotech has not only upgraded its mpox antigen detection products but also meticulously validated their performance against positive samples with an authoritative institution.