Uganda Cancer Institute set to Construct a Regional Cancer Center in MBARARA amidst an outcry of increasing Cancer Cases. Mbarara University donated over 2 acres of land to house the Regional Centre.
#FightCancerUg
#DecentralizationOfCancerServices

Parents and caretakers, ensure your children are vaccinated six times before their 2nd birthday.

Vaccination is the most cost-effective preventive measure. #VaccinesWork #AVW2024

Pregnancy weakens immunity to #malaria , heightening risks for the mother and the baby. Untreated malaria can lead to severe complications like maternal death and low birth weight.

On #WorldMalariaDay , let’s step up the fight against malaria for a more equitable world.

Vaccines saves lives and protect communities. By getting vaccinated, you protect yourself, loved ones, and your community from deadly diseases. #VaccinesWork #AVW2024

On invitation of the Carter Center Vice President, Health Programs, Dr. Kashef Ijaz, I participated in the 28th Annual River Blindness Elimination Program Review at the Carter Center, in Atlanta, USA.

The Adolescent & School Health Partners’ Quarterly Coordination Meeting is underway to Review performance on Adolescent health for the 3rd Quarter; Discuss quarterly Partner reporting mechanism; Assess Partner outputs for the 3rd Quarter of FY 2023/24.
#MOHatWork

Seeking immediate treatment at the nearest health facility when you experience signs and symptoms of #Malaria saves lives.

#WorldMalariaDayUG24

Do NOT ignore a fever.
Go to the nearest health facility and get tested for #Malaria immediately and follow your health worker's guidance. #WorldMalariaDay24 #Malaria FreeUG

More than 120,000 malaria cases & 10,000 deaths occur in Uganda every year. WHO Uganda yesterday joined Parliament of Uganda in a walkathon with the theme 'Say No to Malaria Deaths.' @WHO continues to provide technical support for malaria control & elimination efforts in the country.

If you experience signs and symptoms of #Malaria , seek immediate medical attention from a qualified health worker at the nearest health facility.
Do NOT self-medicate! #ChaseMalariaUG #WorldMalariaDayUG

Red eyes is highly contagious but preventable. Practice clean hand hygiene with soap and clean water at all times and avoid sharing personal items. #RedEyesUG

Permanent Secretary, Dr. Diana Atwine was awarded by the Vice President H E Vice President Jessica Alupo for her tireless effort, support and guidance in #Uganda fight against #Malaria . This was during the #WorldMalariaDay Scientific Colloquium held in Kampala, today. #ChaseMalariaUG