Free Medical Camp Exposes Deadly Impact of Poverty as Over 2,000 Receive Treatment in Kayunga

“Many of the patients we attended to are suffering from simple diseases that could easily be treated. However, because of poverty and the long distances to health facilities, many do not receive the necessary treatment in time, and some end up losing their lives,” Mirembe said. By Fred Muzaale A free medical camp organised by […]

Minister Balaam Orders Support for Overstretched Busiu Health Centre IV After Surprise Inspection

Balaam reaffirmed that access to quality healthcare is a constitutional right for every Ugandan and pledged that the Ministry of Local Government would work closely with the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders to strengthen the health centre. The Minister of Local Government, Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi, has called for urgent government intervention to expand Busiu […]

Claire Kirabo, Mbarara Hospital’s Longest-Staying ICU Patient, Dies

“Our longest staying ICU patient is no more,” the hospital said. “Ms. Claire Kirabo has been under the care of our dedicated multidisciplinary ICU team for six years.” Claire Kirabo, the longest-staying patient in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, has died after spending six years under specialized medical care. The […]

Dr. Nambatya Urges Health Graduates to Embrace AI, Patriotism as Bp. Ssebaggala Calls for Integrity

“Let honesty, accountability and excellence guide every decision you make,” he said. “Those who will serve in rural and underserved communities should know that their work is of great value. Sometimes the greatest impact is made where the need is greatest.” Newly qualified health professionals have been challenged to embrace patriotism, innovation and ethical practice […]

Uganda’s Heart Disease Crisis Deepens, with 16,000 Babies Born with Heart Defects Each Year

He identified unhealthy diets, excessive alcohol consumption, cigarette smoking and delayed medical attention as some of the leading drivers of cardiovascular disease in the region. Uganda’s cardiovascular disease burden is steadily worsening, with health experts warning that the growing crisis is affecting both adults and children. An estimated one in four Ugandan adults is living […]

Lukwago Under Treatment at Mulago Hospital Following Court-Ordered Medical Care

Instead, the court directed the Uganda Prisons Service to ensure that Lukwago is transported to Mulago National Referral Hospital whenever necessary to receive appropriate medical treatment while remaining in lawful custody. Kampala — Former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago is receiving medical treatment at Mulago National Referral Hospital under military guard after court directed prison […]

Court Denies Bail for Erias Lukwago, Orders Immediate Transfer to Mulago for Treatment

Lukwago is facing charges of misprision of treason following his reported abduction from his home in Wakaliga by armed security operatives. Prosecutors allege that the circumstances surrounding the incident are connected to the case now before the court. Makindye Chief Magistrate Sarah Basemera has dismissed a bail application filed by former Kampala Lord Mayor and […]

Nambooze Expresses Sympathy for Ailing Anita Among, Says Power Has Turned Its Back

“I cannot help but sympathize with my sister, Anita Annet Among. She does not deserve this, especially under a regime she betrayed everything to support,” Nambooze stated. Mukono Municipality Member of Parliament Betty Nambooze Bakireke has expressed sympathy for former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among amid reports of her deteriorating health, while using the […]

Mbarara Exhausts New HIV Prevention Injection in Two Days as Demand Surges

Clinical studies have demonstrated exceptionally high effectiveness in preventing HIV infection among people at substantial risk, fueling optimism that the drug could become a major tool in the global fight against HIV/AIDS. Health authorities in Mbarara City are raising concerns over an overwhelming demand for Lenacapavir, a newly introduced long-acting HIV prevention injection, after the […]

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