On Ebola, UPC urges the government and her line Ministry of Health (MoH) to ensure that enough Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are provided to all health workers as we fight against such deadly disease.
Health
Why Museveni fulfilled a decade-long promise to Barlonyo massacre survivors
MP Auma appreciated the residents of Barlonyo and the local leaders of the sub-county and district for their combined efforts in searching and attaining land to host the facility.
Govt issues intervention measures to counter the spread of Ebola virus
The incubation period for Ebola-Sudan is 2-21 days. Like all other Ebola strains, this is a serious disease with significant morbidity and mortality.
One dead as Uganda confirms Ebola outbreak
The Ministry of Health and partners have dispatched a rapid response team to the affected district
Uganda responsible for 70% of the world’s malaria cases
The global health body also noted that four countries accounted for just over half of all malaria deaths globally.
Stigma hampering fight against HIV epidemic in Uganda
The stigma and discrimination associated with HIV/AIDS exacerbate unequal power relations and control in society.
Lira health workers vow to down tools over salaries
Rashid Etup Mwesigye, the vector control officer of Lira district said they have not been paid for almost two months since enrollment in the new system. He cited irregularities in the system, adding it “could have been jeopardized.”
Poor access to reproductive services sparks UTI cases
Over-the-counter treatments for urinary tract infections (UTI) may also be helpful, according to Kaka.
Uganda: Youth innovation, a paradigm shift in the health system
According to the innovator, backed by verifiable facts, in Uganda, a total of 16 mothers die and this is equivalent to a taxi crash claiming all passengers.
Change agents helping rural mothers embrace positive health mindsets
BRAC Health Program developed a mobile medic app that tracks expectant mothers from day one until the delivery date.
Acholi leaders speak as USAID invests $38m for malaria control in Uganda
Malaria cases and deaths in Acholi among other regions are high. For Acholi, it has 76% of regional cases are recorded in the households.
Lango: The lives of diabetic patients and experts’ guidance as cases rise
Joshua Ogweng, a resident in Lira City and one of the diabetic patients was confirmed positive for diabetes in 2006. Sixteen years later, he has not recovered as he continues to take his medication timely.
