Health

Breakthrough in HIV Prevention, Twice-Yearly Injection Proven 100% Effective

Large-scale clinical trials conducted in Uganda and South Africa have demonstrated that a novel pre-exposure prophylaxis medication administered twice a…

Global childhood immunization levels stalled in 2023, leaving many without life-saving protection

Global childhood immunization coverage stalled in 2023, leaving 2.7 million additional children un- and under-vaccinated compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019,…

Measles Outbreak in Kanungu! Public Urged to Avoid DR Congo Border

People have been cautioned against crossing into the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo following the confirmation of the Measles outbreak…

Ayume Slams Diversion of Health Funds to Roko Projects

Former Chairperson of Health Committee Expresses Concern Over Budget Redistribution Charles Ayume, former Chairperson of the Health Committee and MP…

New HIV Drug Proves 100% Effective in Major Trial, Offers Complete Protection for Women

A large clinical trial in South Africa and Uganda has shown that a twice-yearly injection of a new pre-exposure prophylaxis…

Masaka Hospital Struggles with Delayed Medical Supplies, Impacting Patient Care

The National Medical Stores (NMS) delay in delivering medicines and essential medical supplies is significantly impacting operations at Masaka Regional…