Health Minister Launches New Vaccine to Protect Infants from Hepatitis B
Uganda has introduced the Hepatitis B Birth Dose (HepB-BD) vaccine as part of its expanded immunisation program, marking a major step in protecting children from…
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MoHΒ Launches First National Guidelines to Combat Sickle Cell Disease
Ugandaβs Ministry of Health has introduced its first-ever national guidelines for managing and preventing sickle cell disease, a move that brings new hope to regions…
Uganda Launches First National Guidelines to Tackle Medical Equipment Misuse
Ugandaβs Ministry of Health has officially introduced its first-ever national guidelines for managing medical equipment, targeting longstanding issues of inefficiency, neglect, and equipment breakdowns that…
Uganda’s Health Ministry Receives β¬62k IT Equipment Boost
Summary: Uganda’s Ministry of Health welcomed a donation of IT equipment worth β¬62,000 today, aimed at enhancing its disease surveillance capabilities. Coordinated by the Intergovernmental…
Gov’t to penalize Covid-19 vaccine critics
Summary: The Ministry of Health has announced its intention to hold accountable those who actively discouraged the public from getting vaccinated against Covid-19, resulting in…
Uganda’s First Kidney Transplant Successful, Recipient and Donor Recovering Well
Summary: Uganda’s inaugural kidney transplant, conducted at Mulago National Specialized Hospital in Kampala earlier this week, has resulted in both the recipient and donor being…