Uganda Declares End to Deadly Ebola Outbreak After 42 Days Without Cases
Uganda ends latest Ebola outbreak after 42 days without new cases, highlighting swift response to deadly Sudan strain infections.
Tag: World Health Organization
WHO Launches Bold New Plan to Curb Teen Pregnancies Worldwide
WHO unveils a powerful new guideline targeting teen pregnancies by focusing on education, child marriage prevention, and health services.
Makerere Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Childhood Pneumonia Care in Africa
Makerere Lung Institute’s study proves shorter, cheaper pneumonia treatment is safe, offering new hope for child health in Africa.
Kaliro District Targets 50,000 in Yellow Fever Vaccination Campaign
Kaliro District’s yellow fever vaccination campaign, running from April 10–16, 2025, targets over 50,000 people amid misinformation and public health mobilization.
Busoga Faces Rising Maternal Deaths Despite National Progress
Busoga’s maternal mortality rate exceeds the national average. Government and partners respond with targeted health interventions.
Second Mpox Case Confirmed in Moroto as Health Teams Race to Contain Outbreak
Moroto confirms a second Mpox case. Health officials launch urgent response to prevent wider outbreak across the Karamoja region.
UBL Launches ‘Eyo Red Card’ to Curb Irresponsible Drinking
Uganda Breweries launches ‘Eyo Red Card’ to promote responsible drinking and road safety amid rising alcohol misuse rates.
WHO Warns of Life-Threatening Shortage of Antifungal Medicines
WHO warns of a critical shortage of antifungal drugs and tests, leaving vulnerable patients at risk as drug-resistant infections rise.
Katikkiro Mayiga Rallies Parents on Malaria Vaccination
Katikkiro Mayiga urges parents to immunize children against malaria, highlighting the vaccine’s role in saving lives.
Everything You Need to Know About the New Malaria Vaccine
Uganda introduces the malaria vaccine into its routine immunization program. Learn how it works, who’s eligible, and why it’s a game-changer in the fight against malaria.