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Pope Francis, 84, recovering after colon operation

Noelyn Nassuuna | July 5, 2021

By AFP Pope Francis, 84, was recovering in the hospital Monday from surgery for an inflamed large colon, a potentially painful condition that could see him bed-bound for several days. The pontiff was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital Sunday for a scheduled operation under general anaesthetic for symptomatic diverticular stenosis […]

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National family policy to be out this year

Noelyn Nassuuna | July 5, 2021

BY TOM BRIAN ANGURINI Government through the ministry of gender and social development is set to finalize the eagerly awaited national family policy by September 2021 and dissemination of parenting guidelines throughout districts. The ministry’s permanent Secretary Aggrey says the policy is being compiled using various bills and laws impacting […]

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More pregnant women succumbing to covid19

Noelyn Nassuuna | July 5, 2021

By Ritah Kemigisa The government has been advised to prioritize pregnant women among those to get vaccinated against covid19. The call comes from Dr Sabrina Kitaka, a pediatrician at Mulago national referral hospital. Dr Sabrina says it been observed over time that many pregnant women are succumbing to covid19. The […]

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Mak varisty to establish ICU and oxygen plat at University Hospital

Noelyn Nassuuna | July 5, 2021

BY DAMALI MUKHAYE Makerere University officials have finalized plans to establish an ICU and oxygen plant at their, University Hospital to enable the University staff and the general public access alternative services at a cheap price. The the revelation was made by the Chairperson Makerere Research and Innovation fund (Mak-RIF), […]

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John Blaq’s management speaks out on video, says he can’t make such cheap videos

Noelyn Nassuuna | July 5, 2021

John Blaq’s management has come out to speak about an immoral video that is making rounds on social media. Many people on social media have come out to say that the man in the video is musician, John Blaq. According to a statement released by the management, it’s said that […]