Health
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The silent carriers: Exploring the hidden sickle cell trait crisis in Uganda
In the silent corners of Uganda, life moves on as usual, but within the bloodstreams of many Ugandans lies an…
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Ultrasound gaps endanger pregnant women in rural Uganda
Despite a Ministry of Health policy mandating ultrasound scans by the 25th week of pregnancy, only 31% of pregnant women…
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Uganda’s struggle with suicide and the lifeline of hope
In a world where mental health struggles often go unspoken, September stands as a beacon of hope and remembrance. This…
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Want to avoid pregnancy? Here’s what you need to know about safe days
Many couples wonder about the safe period to have sex before or after menstruation to avoid pregnancy. They often seek…
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Uganda launches HIV prevention program for men engaging in high-risk sexual activities
The Ugandan government has introduced an innovative program to provide event-driven pre-exposure prophylaxis (ED-PrEP) to HIV-negative men who participate in…
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Gulu residents call for quick completion of cancer centre
Residents of Gulu City have asked Parliament to prioritise the completion of the regional cancer centre in the new financial…
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Are Gov’t’s priorities misplaced? Museveni says no funds for medical interns
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has revealed that the government doesn’t have enough money to fund medical interns. The President proposed…
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Rotary Club of Mukono-Namilyango joins annual cancer run
The Rotary Club of Mukono-Namilyango has participated in this year’s edition of the Rotary Cancer Run, marking a significant milestone…
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Street kids or street smart? The Youth crisis in Uganda’s future
A new generation of Ugandans is rising, these specifically being the young, resourceful, and fiercely independent. But these are not…
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Fun play this holiday season is important for children’s development
This weekend marks the start of Term-II school holidays and parents are reminded to allow their children to play for…
