Speaker Anita Among has assured the public of the government’s commitment to prioritizing public healthcare in an effort to improve service delivery.
Among made the remarks during the official launch of a free medical camp at Bukedea Comprehensive School, organized by the Ministry of Health in collaboration with Bukedea District Local Government and the Anita Foundation.
“I thank God that today our dream has come true. As Parliament, we shall support the Ministry of Health to improve healthcare. I have a passion for health issues, and I am happy that we have brought health services closer to the people. This demonstrates a people-centered health sector,” Among said.
Recently, Speaker Among opened the Bukedea Teaching Hospital, a non-profit, state-of-the-art health facility that complements the government’s efforts by offering health services at subsidized costs.
Among emphasized that the NRM government has placed increasing importance on healthcare in recent years, recruiting more specialized health professionals, improving the welfare of medical staff, and ensuring adequate medical supplies.
“As leaders, we are called to support government efforts and serve humanity. Let us continue serving our communities,” she urged.
Dr. Ben Watmon, the chairperson of the health camp organizing committee and director of Soroti Regional Referral Hospital, commended the Speaker for bringing healthcare services directly to the people.
“In most cases, health workers wait for patients to come to them, but many patients cannot reach the facilities. By bringing services closer, you have bridged this gap,” Dr. Watmon said.
Juliet Akayo, who traveled from Magoro sub-county in Katakwi district, shared her experience of being diagnosed with cervical cancer in Soroti but unable to afford treatment in Kampala.
“This is an opportunity for me to meet doctors from the Uganda Cancer Institute and receive treatment at no cost,” she said.
The health camp, which runs until Friday, January 25, 2025, has attracted several health specialists and institutions, including Mulago National Referral Hospital, Uganda Heart Institute (UHI), Uganda Cancer Institute (UCI), Uganda Blood Transfusion Services, Uganda Red Cross Society, Uganda AIDS Commission, and regional referral hospitals from Kiruddu, Kawempe, Mbale, and Soroti, among others.
The event was also attended by Members of Parliament from the Parliamentary Health Committee, led by their chairperson, Dr. Joseph Ruyonga.
Gov’t Moves to Prioritize Public Healthcare – Speaker Among
