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    UAC Raises Alarm over Rising HIV Cases among Newborns

    As Uganda strives to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV by 2030, the HIV prevalence reduced from 18% in 1990s to 5.1%. Currently, new HIV infections have reduced from 68,000 to 38,000. As a result, concerted efforts are needed to ensure that all expectant mothers receive adequate support and treatment.

    NMS Receives 500,000 Doses of Hepatitis B Vaccine

    In a report by the World Health Organization Around 90% of all infants receive childhood vaccinations, making Uganda the first country in Africa to reach and surpass WHO’s 2020 program targets of diagnosing 30% of people living with hepatitis B, ensuring awareness of and access to care.

    Pink October: A Month of Awareness and Action on Breast Cancer

    Reports by the World Health Organization reveal that every year, breast cancer kills more than 500,000 women around the world. Treatment is based on the person, the type of cancer, and its spread, and it combines surgery, radiation therapy, and medications.

    USAFI Market Traders Decry Poor Sanitation as Garbage Heaps Surge

    The challenge of garbage collection is not only limited to the USAFI market, but many other markets around the city still face a big challenge of garbage heaps, which not only cause business losses but also pause a big health threat.

    Uganda to Mark White Cane Day with Run for Blind Marathon

    In Uganda, the UBOS report of 2014 indicated that out of 6.4 million Persons with Disabilities, 2.1 million are persons with visual impairment, constituting 33.2% of the disability community.

    Recognizing Role of Community Health Workers in Health Promotion, Disease Prevention

    CHWs commitment as the first contact of the community with the health system is particularly beneficial in rural areas that have limited access to health care and cannot go unnoticed.

    MoH PS Emphasizes Critical Role of Community Involvement in Health Promotion, Disease Prevention

    The conference focuses on exploring innovative strategies, digital transformations, sustainable practices, and effective partnerships to build robust health systems capable of preventing diseases and enhancing community well-being.

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