To resolve this, the ministry is designing a dedicated national health insurance scheme for seniors. Under the proposed framework, UGX 5,000 from the enhanced UGX 35,000 monthly stipend could be automatically funneled into an insurance pool, bypassing the age limitations traditional private insurers impose on individuals over 75.

World Rabies Day is observed globally every year on September 28th, with the 2026 theme being “Stronger Together” emphasizing that rabies elimination requires collaboration across communities, veterinary professionals, healthcare workers, governments, educators, and international partners.

The Ministry of Health Initiatives and Statistics highlights the growing demand for physiotherapy services in Uganda. Currently, there are about 1,000 registered physiotherapists in the country, which is not enough to meet the needs of approximately two million people who could benefit from these services.

“The President is of the view and has guided that we should not subject the pay of medical workers to tax the way it is done to the soldiers and other armed forces,” Baryomunsi said.

Nexus Media has verified the authenticity of a presidential statement confirming the postponement of this year’s Martyrs’ Day celebrations due to Ebola concerns connected to Eastern Congo.

Kampala is witnessing a steady increase in Caesarean section (C-section) deliveries, raising questions about the factors shaping childbirth choices...

Mulago National Referral Hospital has announced that it will conduct Uganda’s first liver transplant in the first quarter of...

The Ministry of Health has started an investigation into an incident which left over 100 school-going children fighting for...