Health
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Naalya SS student confirmed dead after body exhumed in Kyampisi
The Territorial Police in Kampala Metropolitan North have launched a full murder investigation following the confirmed death of Aneza Merisa,…
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Dr. Halid Kirunda named first chairperson of Uganda Veterinary Council
The Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC) has appointed Dr. Halid Kirunda as its first-ever Chairperson, marking a historic milestone in the…
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From Neglect to Action: Africa Rallies Behind Neglected Tropical Diseases Elimination as REMAPSEN Unveils 4th Media Forum Plans
The Réseau des Médias Africains pour la Promotion de la Santé et de l’Environnement (REMAPSEN), or the Africa Media Network…
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dfcu Bank and Rotary bring essential health screenings and treatment to communities most in need
In a powerful display of purpose and partnership, dfcu Bank and Rotary Uganda delivered free, lifesaving medical services to more…
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Hoima Deputy Mayor calls for government funding of private health facilities to decongest regional hospital
By George Niyonzima Hoima City Deputy Mayor, Silvia Nalumaga, has issued a fervent appeal to the government to begin financially…
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New campaign by Bio Vision Africa exposes pervasive chemical threat to women’s health in Uganda
Bio Vision Africa (BIVA), in collaboration with the International Pollution Elimination Network (IPEN), Wednesday, 15th October 2025, launched a critical…
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Deputy Speaker urges review of sunscreen taxes, citing life-saving benefits for vitiligo patients
Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has called for an urgent review of the current taxation on sunscreens, arguing that…
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My Prostate Journey from Nawaka to Uro-Care Hospital Nansana
By Oweyegha-Afunaduula First, let me thank God who knew me long before I was formed in the womb of…
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Parliament demands Shs678 million to end Arua Hospital’s River Osu pollution, avert health crisis
Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has issued a stern call to the government, urging the immediate allocation of UGX678 million…
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How Ugandan parents can tackle childhood obesity this holiday
Children are home enjoying the school holiday season again. Parents are dusting off their wallets, kids are plotting snack raids,…
