Health

Ugandan government through Ministry of Health has secured $41 million from General electrics a United States of America company for the rehabilitation of 45 regional referral hospitals. The money that will come in form of a grant will be used to purchase MRI machines,ultra scan and other modern machines to ensure that services are provided to patients at district level. ...

PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES– Julius Nuwagaba of Kampala, Uganda, a medical student at Makerere University School of Medicine, is one of 12 students from around the world named recipients of the 2019 Student Projects for Health awards presented by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG®) and its Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER®). As a recipient of ...

Over 1000 dogs in Kibra were vaccinated against the deadly rabies disease between 15th and 16th June.  The dogs were also treated, dewormed and given birth control services. Speaking at the event, Dr. Emily Mudoga a veterinarian and campaigns manager at World Animal Protection, urged dog owners to ensure that their dogs are given the annual rabies vaccine as a preventive measure ...

Established a decade ago, Nakasero Hospital celebrated its 10th year anniversary this week at the Serena Hotel in Kampala. The colorful event attracted health industry’s key players and government officials including Ruhakana Rugunda, the Prime Minister and Jane Ruth Aceng, the Minister of Health. The anniversary was organized to give back and show appreciation to its community which includes clients, ...

Business leader and Managing Director of Cipla Quality Chemicals Limited has asked corporate companies  and government agencies to embrace blood donation drives to save mothers, children and accident victims on dire need of blood. Presiding over world blood donor day celebration under the theme: safe blood for all  Katongole noted that Uganda Blood Transfusion Services(UBTS) lacks sufficient blood supply for ...