Tag: Treatment

Museveni steps into Mulago land dispute as two claimants face off over contested plot

The forthcoming meeting is expected to put Ssegawa and Dr. Lugero’s competing documents under scrutiny as the Lands Ministry seeks to establish the lawful status of the disputed property and determine what, if any, compensation may be due.

Tyrese Gibson Arrives in Uganda Ahead of Africa Coffee Marathon

Agriculture

This year’s event is being held under the theme “Empowering the IK Community of Karamoja through Coffee Farming to End Poverty.” The theme reflects the organizers’ broader ambition to use coffee farming as a tool for economic empowerment while drawing attention to communities facing poverty and limited livelihood opportunities.

Health

Uganda Discharges Last Confirmed Ebola Patient, Leaving No Active...

Under World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, the discharge of the final patient begins a mandatory 42-day countdown before Uganda can officially be declared free of the Ebola outbreak, provided no new confirmed cases are detected during that period. The 42-day period represents twice the maximum incubation period of the Ebola virus and is the international standard for declaring the end of an outbreak.

Uncategorized

ALERT: WHO Confirms Marburg Outbreak in Kagera, Tanzania

The World Health Organization (WHO) on January 13th, 2025, through their secure Event Information Site (EIS), confirmed an outbreak...

Health

Controversies on Sexual Activity as Cure for Prostate Cancer

Experts emphasize the importance of evidence-based approaches in managing cancer rather than relying on unverified claims about sexual activity as a cure, which many tune to pleasure as well as treatment at the same time.

Health

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.

Crime

Masaka Police Hunt for Suspect over Double Family Machete...

This attack highlights the need for greater awareness and support for victims of domestic violence and the importance of addressing substance abuse issues in the community.

Crime