Health

Palisa district hit by a Hepatitis B outbreak

Reporter | January 6, 2015

Local leaders in Pallisa District are concerned about the increasing cases of Hepatitis B. Ten new cases have been registered in the areas of Petete, Opwateta and Kameke sub-counties, three of which are said to be fatal. The senior district clinical officer, Anthony Kalele says the biggest challenge is the […]

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Stray dogs invade Lwengo injuring five

Reporter | January 3, 2015

Stray dogs have invaded Lwengo district leaving at least five people admitted to different health centers. The victims fighting for their lives include an 8 year old girl who was bitten by a stray dog as she played near her home. According to Anthony Luwaga the area councilor, the stray […]

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Youth must be involved in HIV fight-UYDEL

Reporter | December 22, 2014

The Uganda Youth Development Link has expressed the need for inclusion of key young populations affected by HIV in National youth programs. The organisation’s deputy director Jaqueline Nasaka says these groups are most vulnerable and must have their voices heard. Speaking during a dialogue between key young populations and the […]

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Pubic lice invade Kalangala district

Reporter | December 16, 2014

An infestation of pubic lice in Banga Island in Kalangala district has thrown residents into panic. The residents are complaining of increased cases of wounds and lice in their private parts. Some local council chiefs say there have been a number of quarrels involving accusations of people infecting others with […]

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Ministry grapples with drug resistant TB

Reporter | December 10, 2014

The Ministry of Health says it is grappling with Multi Drug Resistant Tuberculosis, an extreme form of TB that deserves special attention. However, Dr Frank Mugabe, National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Programme manager says they are yet to establish the magnitude of the problem since they have been relying on estimates […]