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Health officials in Adjumani district said the seasonal rains often create favourable breeding conditions for mosquitoes, raising concerns about a potential surge in infections if preventive measures are not maintained.
On March 23, 2026, tndNews, Uganda, published a developing story on the high numbers of fish deaths in Lake Kwania.
The four-day event marks the second successful eye surgical camp conducted at Aduku Health Centre IV under the auspices of LRRH.
Kitgum District Water Officer Picho Willy said the district continues to work toward universal access to clean and safe water.
The drug will be offered as part of Uganda’s comprehensive HIV prevention strategy.
According to district statistics, Kitgum has an estimated 81 to 83 percent safe water coverage overall, with roughly 89 percent access in rural areas.
Dr. Andrew Odur, the acting director of Lira regional referral hospital, informed the press about the hospital’s status and the health department’s struggle against non-communicable diseases.
Regarding specialised healthcare services, Dr. Odur revealed that the hospital is strengthening its capacity to offer advanced care in areas such as fertility treatment, neonatology, cardiology, neurotrauma, and endoscopy.
Juliet Nakku, Executive Director of Butabika National Referral Hospital, made the revelation while appearing before the Parliamentary Committee on Health.
Teenage mothers are at a higher risk of complications such as obstructed labour, anaemia, and even death during childbirth, a health official in Lamwo, said.
Kole North MP Dr. Acuti warned that failure to act could undermine healthcare delivery and compromise Uganda’s readiness to host AFCON matches.
The mayor of Kitgum municipality, Richard Okwera, praised the procurement and technical teams for successfully securing a contractor.
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