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Anthrax Outbreak Confirmed in Kanungu District, Quarantine Imposed
On September 17, 2024, Ambrose Mwesigye, the Kanungu District Resident District Commissioner, announced a quarantine on all animals…
Efforts to Eliminate the Burden of Tuberculosis and Leprosy in Uganda
Leprosy and tuberculosis are two of the oldest and most common mycobacterial infections caused by gram-positive aerobic acid-fast…
Malnutrition in Uganda: A Growing Concern
Malnutrition is a condition caused by not getting enough calories or the right amount of key nutrients, such…
Uganda Faces Growing Threat of Drug-Resistant TB and HIV Co-Infection
Uganda is confronting a critical public health challenge as cases of drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) rise sharply, exacerbated by…
Understanding the Mpox Vaccine: WHO’s Latest Guidelines and Recommendations
In response to ongoing global health efforts to manage mpox, the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued comprehensive…
Global Mpox Outbreak Escalates: Critical Facts You Need to Know
In recent weeks, health authorities in multiple countries have reported a significant increase in mpox cases, prompting an…
Understanding Hepatitis: A Comprehensive Overview
Background on Hepatitis Hepatitis refers to the inflammation of the liver, a crucial organ that processes nutrients, filters…
Red Eyes Outbreak in Uganda: Facts, Treatments, and Myths Background
In March 2024, the Health Ministry of Uganda declared an outbreak of red eyes, also known as conjunctivitis,…
Yellow Fever: Understanding the Disease and Vaccine Hesitancy
Yellow fever is a viral hemorrhagic disease that has plagued humans for centuries, with its roots traced back…