Health
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Health workers call for measures to combat drug resistance
KAMPALA, February 28, 2025 –– Health workers have called for concerted efforts in curbing antimicrobial resistance [AMR] among Ugandans. According to Chrispus Ngabirano, the Head of the Microbiology Section at Kabale Regional…
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Environmental activists petition Parliament over plastic use and regulation
KAMPALA, February 28, 2025 – A group of environmental activists has petitioned Parliament, urging legislators to introduce strict regulations and guidelines on the use and disposal of plastic materials. The activists from…
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Speaker urges Ugandans to protect environment
KAMPALA, February 27, 2025 — The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among has called on Ugandans to conserve the environment in their communities. The Speaker made the call while chairing the House on…
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Social justice through cooperative healthcare; the case of KAMACOS in Uganda
KAMPALA, February 21, 2025 — Kampala Medical & Allied Health Workers Cooperative Society [ KAMACOS ] aims to bring together medical professionals and allied health workers for economic development and humanitarian service.…
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Masindi Municipality residents demand safe water
MASINDI, February 20, 2025 – Residents of Masindi Municipality in Masindi district have expressed their concerns to the State Minister for Youth and Children Affairs, Balaam Barugahara, regarding the lack of safe…
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Researchers explain why drinking coffee is good for your health
KAMPALA, February 19, 2025 – A lot of recent research done on coffee suggests that coffee offers a host of potential health benefits. This incredibly complex beverage contains more than 1,000 compounds…
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New hostel commissioned at Hoima School of Nursing and Midwifery
HOIMA CITY, February 17, 2025 – Students, staff, and management of Hoima School of Nursing and Midwifery in Hoima City have a reason to celebrate after government handed over a modern hostel…
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Euro Coop Joins Call to Stop Deregulation of New GMOs
LONDON, February 16, 2025 — Euro Coop has joined forces with Greenpeace and other organizations in signing a Joint Statement on the Deregulation of New GMOs, urging European policymakers to protect small…
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Quarantine imposed on livestock trade as FMD strikes Nebbi district
NEBBI, February 13, 2025 – Nebbi District authorities have suspended the sale of livestock, meat, and other animal products following an outbreak of foot and mouth disease [FMD] in the district. According…
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Excitement as 3,600 residents affected by EACOP gain access to clean water
KIKUUBE, February 2025 – Residents affected by the East Africa Crude Oil Pipeline [EACOP] project in 10 districts are rejoicing after being provided with clean and safe water. The 15 boreholes constructed…
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