The Joint Clinical Research Center (JCRC) and Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) have received a substantial $45 million grant from USAID to advance HIV vaccine research in Uganda. The announcement was made at the United Nations General Assembly.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month aims to emphasize the importance of early detection through breast cancer screening. Breast cancer affects millions of women worldwide, making it crucial for every woman to take charge of her health.
Dr. John Wakida, Head of Private Medical Schools, and Chairman of the National Medical Schools Quality Assurance Committee has urged medical institutes to construct hospitals on their premises due to the significant increase in medical schools and the resulting shortage of training hospitals for medical students.
Mulago National Referral Hospital has launched an ambitious weeklong medical camp in celebration of Uganda’s 61st Independence Day. The goal is to conduct over 4,000 surgeries, including complex and minor procedures, drawing more than 2,000 patients in need.
Kisenyi Health Center IV, under the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), has successfully upgraded its oxygen supply system, eliminating chaotic scenes of struggling health workers with oxygen cylinders.
The challenges faced by the Jinja Blood Bank in meeting its monthly blood donation targets due to negative public perceptions and unethical blood sales. To address this issue, a toll-free telephone number has been launched for reporting blood sales.
A heartwarming initiative by a team of Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) surgeons from the Busoga Health Forum. Their monthly ENT Pro Bono outreach programs offer consultation, treatment, and training, ensuring better access to professional healthcare in the community.
Veterinary practioners whose licences are revoked but continue to practice and in the process cause death to animals or humans face a seven-year jail sentence, or fine of Shs10 million, or bothduring plenary sitting on Wednesday, 30 August 2023 chaired by Speaker Anita Among.
Uganda Ministry of Health has urged citizens to seek specialized medical care within the country rather than traveling overseas. The curative services director, Dr. Charles Olaro, emphasized the growing capacity in surgical procedures, such as orthopaedics, heart surgery, and more. A health fair is being planned to showcase the country’s medical capabilities. Health ministry curative […]
In a landmark move for cancer treatment in Uganda, the Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI) has unveiled its state-of-the-art Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) machine, further fortifying the nation’s commitment to healthcare advancements. VMAT represents a significant leap in radiation therapy. Unlike traditional radiation methods which administer radiation from fixed angles, VMAT rotates around the patient, […]
