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.
On July 11, 2024, two mechanics, Joseph Norman Abooki, aged 39, and Timothy Ddamulira, aged 15, died on the spot after a truck tyre exploded while they were attempting to fix it at a garage in Kijjabwemi, Masaka.