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Uganda Unveils Ambitious Plan to Introduce Malaria Vaccine Targeting Children In 2024

The Ugandan government, led by Dr. Diana Atwine, plans to introduce a malaria vaccine for children in early 2024 as part of a broader effort to combat malaria, particularly affecting children. This announcement was made during the 20th-anniversary celebration of the Malaria Consortium, a non-profit organization dedicated to malaria prevention and treatment.

Uganda’s Silent Epidemic: Unveiling the Hidden Face of Type 2 Diabetes

The latest report indicates a doubling of type 2 diabetes cases in Uganda over eight years, with a prevalence of 2.6%. Factors include a rise in overweight individuals, high alcohol consumption and unhealthy eating habits. Dr. Bahendeka emphasizes the deterioration in food quality, urging regular blood sugar checks, especially for those with a family history of diabetes.

Uganda AIDS Commission Announces National HIV And AIDS Scientific Meeting 2023 In Kampala

The Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) is hosting the National HIV and AIDS Scientific Meeting in Kampala from November 14th to 16th, 2023. This 3-day event, held in partnership with the Research, Academia, Science, and Professional Associations Self-Coordinating Entity (RASP-SCE), will bring together researchers, policymakers, and service providers to exchange new insights into HIV/AIDS response.