During a visit to Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital in Kampala, the First Lady and Minister of Education, Janet Kataha Museveni, commended the facility for its exceptional services. Represented by Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng, the Minister of Health, the First Lady emphasized the Ugandan government’s commitment to improving maternal and neonatal health.
Key Points from First Lady’s Visit
| Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| NAM Summit Visit | First Lady’s tour of Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital | Kampala |
Maama Janet recognized the importance of a healthy population for the nation’s progress, highlighting the government’s ongoing efforts to upgrade healthcare facilities and enhance maternal and newborn care. She announced plans to increase the number and capacity of health workers, particularly focusing on neonatal care, through district-led training, support, supervision, and mentoring at district hospitals and lower-level facilities.
Dr. Evelyn Christine Nabunya, the Executive Director of the hospital, expressed gratitude to President Yoweri Museveni and Maama Janet for their leadership in establishing a hospital dedicated to women’s issues. Dr. Nabunya encouraged the public to seek medical services at Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital rather than seeking treatment abroad.
Table 2: Services Offered by Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) | Dedicated team caring for babies with complications, including preterm births with some weighing as low as 500 grams. |
| Adolescent Girls Clinic | Specialized clinic addressing reproductive health challenges for adolescent girls. |
| Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) | Provides services such as In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) for couples struggling to conceive. |
| Reconstructive Surgeries | Conducts surgeries to correct complications or injuries during childbirth, such as fistula. |
| Menopause Clinic | Dedicated to the well-being of senior women in menopause, offering counseling and management of related challenges. |
Dr. Nabunya emphasized the holistic care provided by the hospital, including specialized clinics for adolescent girls, assisted reproductive technologies, reconstructive surgeries, and menopause-related challenges.
