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Rising HIV/AIDS Prevalence in Kikuube’s Fishing Communities Alarms Medics 1 2 Top story

Kyehoro Landing Site in Kabwoya Sub-county has been identified as a hotspot, with the HIV prevalence rate standing at 7%, significantly higher than the national average of 5.1%, according to statistics from Kyehoro Health Center III.
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Kwania Leaders Defy Health Ministry's Directive, Operate Dilapidated Theatre MINISTRY OF HEALTH 3 3

In 2023, the Ministry of Health condemned the theatre and directed the district authorities to halt its operation.
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Pajule Health Center IV Faces Shortage of Delivery Beds Uganda Government 2 1

The facility serving over 200,000 people, handles an average of seven deliveries daily under severe resource shortages.
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Road Safety Advocates Embark on Kampala to Gulu Walk to Create Awareness 1

The 340-kilometer walk, set to begin on February 24, 2025, is expected to last up to ten days under the campaign dubbed "Get Home Safe." The initiative promotes the message that "Safe Roads Save Lives" and encourages Ugandans to be more responsible on the road.
07:31
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Pader District Hands Over Medicine Store Construction Site 1 3

Dr. Denis Ocaya, the in-charge of Pajule Health Centre IV, emphasized the facility’s role as a referral center in Pader District. He highlighted its importance in conducting laboratory tests, preventing diseases, performing surgeries, providing blood transfusions, and handling emergency cases.
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Kasese Struggling Without USAID Funding

A situational report presented to the District Taskforce on Tuesday at Kasese Municipal Health Centre III highlighted that the health department is heavily reliant on a meager PHC fund, which is already strained by efforts towards Mpox and Ebola preparedness.
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PS Defends Destruction of Medical Supplies Worth Ugx 316.7B Ministry Of Health 1 2 Top story

Allan Mayanja Ssebunya, the Nakaseke Central Member of Parliament and Deputy Chairperson of the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities, and State Enterprises (COSASE), said that the destruction of the medical supplies was both a waste of funds and denial of health services to the Ugandans.
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Ebola Survivors Discharged Ministry of Health 1 2

While there are currently no positive cases, the outbreak declared on January 30th is not yet over as Aceng says they still have over a hundred contacts who have not yet completed their 21 days of follow-up. The Ministry had listed 265 contacts who were put under quarantine at various facilities in Jinja, Kampala and Mbale districts but ninety-one had completed their 21 days from exposure to a positive case on Monday.
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Contacts of Ebola Patient in Mbale Discharged 1

According to Dan Mwayafu, the Acting Director of Mbale Regional Referral Hospital, all 24 individuals were tested and the results were negative.
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20 Health Workers Miss Pay Over Absenteeism in Nakaseke Ministry of Health 1 3

Nakalungi says that she has since ordered a suspension of pay for 20 health workers effective January 2025 after they were found to have worked less than 10 days in a month.
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Efforts on to Improve Health Services at Bukerere Health Center II 6

Dr. Charles Olalo, Head of the Ministry of Health’s Department of Medical Services and President of the Rotary Club of Sonde, emphasized the importance of the fundraising efforts to support the completion of the facility. He noted that if the situation remains unchanged, many mothers may avoid the facility and turn to traditional birth attendants.
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MoH, TASO Partner to Train Community Health Extension Workers in Kitgum Kitgum District 2

The training aims to equip 166 community health extension workers with the necessary skills to provide quality healthcare services to rural communities.
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Moroto Regional Hospital Challenged to Improve Health Service Delivery shortage of drugs 6 1

Esther Napeyok, a community member, raised concerns about the stock-outs of medicines, especially in the maternity ward. She explained that mothers are forced to buy gloves to be attended to or seek services elsewhere.
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MOH Confirms Cholera Outbreak in Panyadoli Refugee Settlement Area Ministry of health 1 1

Emmanuel Businge, the Acting District Health Educator for Kiryandongo, told Uganda Radio Network (URN) in a telephone interview on Monday afternoon that the test results confirmed cholera. He stated that health authorities have launched an investigation to identify the source of contamination.
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PS, MP Clash Over Community Health Extension Worker's Allowances health services 1 3 Top story

On Monday, Dr. Atwine officiated the passing-out ceremony of 152 CHEWs at the Nakaseke District headquarters. The workers had undergone six months of training and are set to be deployed at the parish level.
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Uganda to Receive More Ebola Vaccine Doses for Clinical Study Africa CDC 3 1

According to Dr. Mosoka Fallah, the Acting Director of the Science and Innovation Directorate at the Africa Centers for Disease Control (Africa CDC), Uganda initially received 2,160 doses to kick-start the study. Further shipments are expected as researchers work to determine the vaccine’s ability to prevent transmission among high-risk individuals.
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Besigye Needs Specialized Medical Care-Lukwago Kyagulanyi Ssentamu 1 1 Top story

“The report from the doctors at the Bugolobi clinic is alarming. The claim that Besigye is simply weak from not eating is misleading. The doctor’s assessment this morning is more concerning, requiring treatment in a better-equipped facility,” Lukwago said.
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Health Officers Investigated for Extorting Schools Over Monkeypox and Ebola 1

Dr. Omeke explained that the health team had planned to visit all 78 schools in the district to monitor their compliance with the standard operating procedures (SOPs) for controlling monkeypox. However, he condemned the actions of the four health officers involved, stating that they had used the inspection process as an opportunity for personal gain.
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Justice and Accountability Take Center Stage at Apio’s Requiem Mass 1 2

Presiding over the mass, Rev. Fr. Michael Omaria delivered an emotional plea for justice, urging society to uphold moral values. He consoled Apio’s grieving mother, assuring her that God would not ignore her tears.
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Nakiwogo Landing Site Residents Fear for Their Lives Over USAID Funding Pause 2

According to Namayega, at least 100 pieces of condoms are collected from her kiosk’s dispenser every six hours, which, to her, is an indicator of how badly the community needs sexual health services and commodities. She added that from her testing statistics, most new infections are among young girls, especially from the island areas.
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