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Marie Stopes Uganda Unveils New Flame Condoms To Promote Safe Sex

In a bid to encourage condom use and curb the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), Marie Stopes Uganda has introduced Flame, a new condom brand, to its expanding portfolio of sexual and reproductive health products. The launch, which took place on

February 19, 2025

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Govt Dispatches Experts To Kanungu As Anthrax Ravages Homesteads

Cabinet has directed government agencies to swiftly travel to Kanungu District in Western Uganda following the outbreak of the deadly anthrax disease, which has claimed three lives and 73 heads of cattle. On Tuesday, 24 September 2024 minister Hellen Adoa informed the

September 25, 2024

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Workers Accuse Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda Secretary Stephen Lutoti Of Exploitation

The Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda boss Stephen Lutoti has come under fire for failing to remit salaries for his disgruntled employees. The victims are employed at his personal herbal concoction business Eloipharm company and have not been paid for the last six

September 17, 2024

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Dentcare Launches In Uganda Set To Transform Oral Health Across 19 Locations

Dentcare, a new subsidiary of C-Care Uganda,proudly announces its official launch, marking a transformative moment in the delivery of dental care across the nation. Operating in 19 locations throughout Uganda,including its flagship clinic at C-Care Kololo, Nyonyi Gardens, Dentcare is set to

September 5, 2024

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Signs Out: Tamale Mirundi Takes A Journey Of No Return

Former press secretary to President Museveni and a prominent political commentator, has passed away at the age of 60. His death occurred on Tuesday evening, as confirmed by those close to him. Mirundi, widely known for his fiery and often controversial political

August 14, 2024

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Tayebwa Tasks Minister Aceng To Address Plight Of Protesting Medical Interns

The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has directed the Ministry of Health to address the issue of intern doctors and present a statement to Parliament, on interventions undertaken. The Deputy Speaker has said the interns cannot be deployed in hospitals until they have

August 4, 2024

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Shortage Of Delivery Beds At Entebbe Hospital Irks MPs

Members of Parliament sitting in the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) were left in shock after it emerged that Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital does not have a single delivery bed. Officials from the hospital, led by Dr John Bosco Nsubuga, the Acting Director,

May 29, 2024

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Lord Mayor Lukwago Rushed To India For Spinal Surgery

Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago, also the interim leader of a breakaway faction within the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), has traveled to New Delhi, India, for spinal surgery. Lukwago was diagnosed with C6-7 cervical discopathy two months ago. While initial treatment

April 26, 2024

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Govt Okays Five Kidney Transplant Procedures At Mulago Hospital

Government has allowed only five kidney transplant procedures to be conducted at the Mulago National Referral Hospital, as the country concludes plans to operationalise the Organ Transplant facility. The procedure will be offered at no cost to patients with severe kidney disease,

February 16, 2024

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Thalidomide Victims In Uganda Mount Pressure On Gov’t For Compensation, Petition Prime Minister’s Office To Take Up Matter

The victims of Thalidomide, a lethal drug that was given to pregnant women in Uganda and other countries during the era of the British Colonial Government, are now seeking compensation from the British Government and the Government of Germany. These victims, who

February 7, 2024

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Rwanda To Cover Cancer,Kidney Transplant Services For All Patients In Health Scheme

Health Minister Sabin Nsanzimana has revealed that, starting from 2025, the government will include cancer treatment and kidney transplants in the community-based health insurance scheme ” Mutuelle de Santé.” Government plans to include specialised medical services including cancer treatment and kidney transplants

February 7, 2024

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