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Mental Health Day:Why Mental Health in Ugandan Workplaces Can’t Be Ignored
Today marks World Mental Health Day, celebrated under the theme, "It is Time to Prioritise Mental Health in the Workplace."
This year, the focus is on creating awareness and fostering change in how mental health is addressed within…
Uganda Reports 33 New Mpox Cases, Total Reaches 69
Uganda has recorded 33 new cases of mpox, bringing the cumulative total to 69 confirmed cases, according to a statement by a top health official.
Dr. Daniel Kyabayinze, the Director of Public Health at the Ugandan Ministry of Health,…
Dei Bio Pharma to Begin Drug Exports by Year-End
The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Monica Musenero has revealed that Dei Bio Pharma company will start exporting drugs outside Uganda at the end of this year having received approvals from National Drug Authority.…
Uganda Heightens Surveillance As Marburg Virus Hits East Africa
The Ministry of Health has raised the alert following the ongoing Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak in East Africa.
In a press statement issued on 30th September 2024, the ministry assured the public that while no cases have been…
World Contraceptive Day 2024: Ugandan Youth Slowly Embracing Contraceptives
On September 26, 2024, World Contraceptive Day, Uganda joins the global community in raising awareness about the importance of family planning and expanding contraceptive options.
Themed "Expanding Choices, Empowering Decisions," the day…
Parliament to Probe Alarming Maternal Mortality Deaths at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital
Parliament has called for a deeper interrogation of the high maternal mortality rates reported at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital which surpasses the national figures.
This followed an appeal by the Oyam District Woman Representative,…
Parliament Condemns Forced HIV Testing of Workers at Hoima Stadium
Parliament has condemned the reported mandatory HIV/AIDS testing of workers at the Hoima Stadium, which is under construction in preparation for the 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The Chairperson of the House Committee on Health,…
Crown Beverages and Waste Pays Enter into Strategic Partnership
Crown Beverages the makers of Pepsi Cola has entered into a strategic partnership with Waste Pays a pioneer in sustainable waste management solutions, to significantly enhance the collection and recycling of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)…
Uganda Begins Testing Injectable Anti-Retroviral Drug CAB-LA
The Ministry of Health has announced the commencement of testing for the injectable anti-retroviral drug, CAB-LA (Cabotegravir Long-Acting) on over 800 Ugandans. This new initiative is aimed at assessing the effectiveness of the drug in…
Kiruddu National Referral Hospital Earns Prestigious SANAS Accreditation
Kiruddu National Referral Hospital has earned the esteemed SANAS (South African National Accreditation System) status, recognizing its adherence to global standards in Conformity Assessment, Calibration, and Good Laboratory Practice.
As…