Lt. Col Scott Polasek later told journalists that they are impressed by the professionalism exhibited while providing health services to soldiers and civilians at the facility.
Dr. Mark Bramally, the Zombo District Health Officer, says that they have already noted an increase in Obstetric fistula cases resulting from teenage pregnancies.
Edward Kabuye, the Principal Administrator of Masaka Regional Referral Hospital, says that the strike has greatly affected their operations and the efficiency with which they respond to patients. He has appealed to the government to engage and reach a compromise with the striking health workers such that they can return to their duty stations and save the situation.
Joe Otoo, the coordinator of nodding syndrome in Labongo Akwang Sub-county, says the cases were registered in Abudere and Labworormor villages in Pajimo Parish, Labongo Akwang Sub-County Kitgum district.
