The double burden of malnutrition continues to prevail especially among children with many being underweight while others are experiencing obesity due to the rampant advertising of unhealthy foods targeting children.
Agnes Erzse
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“Transitioning integration of nutrition supplies into the national health systems which is at is the last stage is to ensure sustainability, ownership and better accountability.”- Ministry of Health- Uganda Nutrition Supply Chain Consultant, Jennifer Luande

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'In FY 2022/23 the estimated number of children under 5 years was 6,902,294 and of these, 4,964,068 children received two doses of Vitamin A supplementation, a 5.6% increase compared to FY 2021/22.' - Samalie Namusoke, Asst Commissioner Nutrition, MoH #NationalNutritionForum2024

“There’s a regulatory challenge with nutrition supplies which were initially classified as food and now as medicine. We need an urgent review of the regulatory mandate holder for nutrition therapeutic supplies.” - Jennifer Luande Apio

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“Obesity is not by mistake. Globally,$40 billion is spent on advertising unhealthy processed foods per year.We need mandatory policies to safeguard our children. Social & behavior change communication can’t replace regulation.”- Dr Agnes Erzse (UNICEF)
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Samalie Namukose 📌

In FY 2022/23, 71.9% of children under five received two doses of Vitamin A supplementation, a 5.6% increase from 66.3% in FY 2021/22, but still below the NDP III target.
Ministry of Health- Uganda UNICEF Uganda EU in Uganda World Food Programme

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Understanding the connection between nutrition and food security is crucial for preventing a decrease in the amount and quality of food available to people in Uganda.
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“33% of the deaths among adults in Uganda are as a result of Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs). NCDs are on the rise and we are all invited to reverse this trend. Together, we can unlock the role of nutrition in addressing NCDs.” - Dr Charles Oyoo

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Among the strategies needed to be to control Nutrition Related NCDs include,
-Sodium Targets for packaged foods.
-Front of packaged warning labels of products high in Soduim.
-Tax polices on products high in Soduim. Among others

Dr. Nicole Idel
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Food served in eating facilities varied, with deep-fried foods abundant, packed beverages, fresh foods, canned foods, meat, and meat products present in various cities and municipalities.

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Roles and responsibilities relating to maternal nutrition during pregnancy and IFP programming as presented by Mr Ezekiel Mupere MBChB, MMed (Paed), MS., PhD (Epi-Bio) a Senior Lecturer and Head Paediatrics and Child Health Department at the University include

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Well done KYUNDSA for the great job

Message from Rt. Hon. Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda about Nutrition Bumba Erinest Food Rights Alliance - FRA Ministry of Health- Uganda UNICEF Uganda Muhunsa Makerere University

The upcoming 3rd National Nutrition Forum aims at uniting a diverse group of professionals to share knowledge, innovative approaches and best practices that advance Nutrition security through Multi-sectoral collaboration.
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It's a count down to the 3rd National Nutrition Forum 2024!
🗓️ 13-17 May 2024
📍Mestil Hotel Kampala

Theme: 'Unlocking Nutrition's Potential; Accelerating Multi-sectoral Actions and Strategic Investments for Enhanced Nutrition security'.
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#InvestInUgChildren

Excitement as we gear towards the 3rd National Nutrition Forum! 📅 May 13-17, 📍Méstil Hotel & Residences.

Stay tuned for updates on unlocking nutrition's potential together through this transformative event!

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We should eat at least a combination of 3 fruits varieties and two vegetable varieties daily for optimal Nutrition. Bumba Erinest Muhunsa Makerere University Food Rights Alliance - FRA KYU Nutrition & Dietetics Students' Association
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#Day11

Day 10 of the 50 days challenge.

Fruits and vegetables boost mental health #FruitsbandVegetableIntakeCampaign
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By Ms Ritah Kayeny
Muhunsa Makerere University
Food Rights Alliance - FRA Bumba Erinest