Health

Experts shed light on the intricate tapestry of maternal health in Uganda, revealing that 15% of expectant mothers encounter childbirth complications, painting a nuanced picture of the landscape. While the majority of pregnant women can give birth safely without medical intervention, a significant segment faces potentially life-threatening challenges during childbirth, emphasizing the delicate balance between natural deliveries and the need ...

New data has revealed that approximately 32% of Ugandans are grappling with mental illness, underscoring the pressing need for immediate intervention. The World Health Organization ( WHO Uganda has joined forces with the Ugandan government to roll out a comprehensive national mental health strategy aimed at enhancing the accessibility of mental health services. Despite 1 in 8 individuals globally experiencing ...

Following the death of at least 8 people in neighboring Rwanda due to the Marburg Disease (MVD) Uganda’s Ministry of Health Epidemics Monitoring and Response Department has put the country on high alert. As of today, health authorities in Rwanda have reported 8 deaths and 26 infections from the deadly disease. It should be noted that there is a lot ...

The recent findings from the Auditor General’s report have cast a spotlight on the challenges confronting Jinja Referral Hospital, where a startling revelation emerged 16 bags of expired medicines quietly tucked away for over eight years. This discovery not only sparks concern but also compels us to delve deeper into the intricacies of our healthcare system and its operational dynamics. ...

Persatuan Apoteker Farmasi Indonesia ( PAFI ) Kabupaten Pesisir Barat Lampung merupakan organisasi yang memiliki peran sangat penting dalam memajukan kesehatan dan kesejahteraan masyarakat di wilayah tersebut. Keberadaannya tidak terlepas dari semangat para tokoh perintis kemerdekaan yang menyadari betapa pentingnya peran ahli farmasi dalam hal ini. PAFI Kabupaten Pesisir Barat telah berhasil menjadi garda terdepan dalam mempromosikan kesehatan masyarakat. Sebagai ...