’’The provided M-pox sample kits allow effective sample collection as a first step in a diagnostic process that assures accurate laboratory results that draw proper decision-making by the health experts.’’

The celebration of African Traditional Medicine Day not only honors the rich heritage of traditional healing practices but also aims to integrate these methods into national health systems, enhancing their recognition and regulatory frameworks across Africa.

Over 2500 surgeries are expected to be performed at no cost by a team of 280 surgeons from the Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU) and other health specialists from the Ministry of Health in the Ankole Subregion.

The Ministry of Health's involvement in counseling initiatives reflects a broader commitment by the Ugandan government to prioritize student well-being and prepare them for future employment opportunities. This further aligns with the government's efforts to enhance mental health support and career guidance for students across the country.

M-pox, which spreads from animals to humans through close contact with infected individuals, has raised concerns due to its recent resurgence in neighboring countries. As of September 2, 2024, Uganda had reported a total of 10 confirmed cases from five districts.

The Ministry of Health has called upon the public to be vigilant if the country is to curb the spread of Mpox disease in Uganda.

The World Health Organization states that measles is a highly contagious disease causing fever, rash, cough, and watery eyes, with early symptoms lasting between four and seven days. If not treated, it can lead to blindness, severe breathing issues, ear infections, diarrhea, and dehydration, among others.

The Ugandan Ministry of Health has issued a stern warning about the escalating Mpox outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), particularly in North Kivu province, which shares a porous border with Uganda.