As the number of Mpox cases continues to rise, health officials and community leaders in Makindye are working tirelessly to contain the spread and protect the health of residents.
The sensitization meeting’s objectives included raising awareness, promoting healthy practices, engaging stakeholders, and fostering community support by building a supportive environment for those seeking to quit smoking.
At the International AIDS Conference in Munich, Germany, UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima delivered a sobering message regarding Uganda's battle against HIV/AIDS. Despite global commitments to reduce new HIV infections to below 370,000 by 2025, Uganda and the world are falling dramatically short. In 2023 alone, Uganda recorded a staggering 1.3 million new HIV infections.