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Uganda population to rise to 48.2million this year – Health Ministry

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Lira Referral Hospital dismisses claims of unethical practices and drug diversion

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Uganda seeks Shs503b to repair health funding gap after USAID freeze

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Health Ministry, WHO hand over diagnostic equipment to 40 health facilities to fight Hypertension and Diabetes

Obese people more likely to smoke, says new gene research

Health May 17, 2018

New research by United Nations (UN) scientists indicates that people who are genetically prone to being overweight have a higher risk of taking up...

UN health agency launches new diagnostic tool to ensure effective treatment

Health May 16, 2018

Although correctly identifying disease is essential for successful treatment, many have no way of accessing an accurate diagnosis, the United Nation health agency said...

Reusable sanitary pads producers welcome new UNBS standard

Health May 14, 2018

Two local reusable sanitary pads producers-AFRIpads and So Sure have commended the Uganda Bureau of Standards for establishing a related standard which they say...

WHO releases US$1m to fight Ebola in DRC

Africa May 9, 2018

WHO released US$ 1 million from its Contingency Fund for Emergencies to support response activities for the next three months in the Democratic Republic...