Fort Portal, Kabarole Schools Launch Sensitization Campaign After Ebola Outbreak
By Sylvia In response to the recent Ebola outbreak in Ntoroko District, where five suspected cases are currently receiving treatment at the Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, schools in Fort Portal and Kabarole districts have begun sensitizing students on how to protect themselves from the virus. Our Jubilee News team visited several schools in Fort […]
Continue ReadingMinistry of Health Commissions 332 Community Health Workers in Kyenjojo
Lucky Patrick The Ministry of Health has commissioned 332 Community Health Extension Workers in Kyenjojo District, equipping them with essential tools such as bicycles, tablets for reporting, digital blood pressure machines, and other medical equipment. Their primary role will be to promote health and prevent diseases within their communities. The workers underwent a […]
Continue ReadingSt Martin’s Health Camp Brings Healing and Hope to Mabira Sick
Clare The Diocese of Fort Portal has joined the global community in observing the International World Day of the Sick at St. Martin’s Health Center III in Mabira Parish, Kyenjojo District, under the theme “Pilgrims of Hope.” Rev. Sr. Immaculate Natukunda, from Our Lady of Good Counsel, who oversees St. Martin’s Health Center […]
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MOH Disbands New Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital Board Over Gender Imbalance
Clare The State Minister for Health in charge of Primary Care, Hon.Margaret Muhanga Mugisa, has directed the newly appointed board of Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital (FPRRH) to re-evaluate its composition and ensure a more gender-sensitive approach in selecting its Board of Directors. This request follows the recent appointment of a new board with […]
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Virika Hospital Enhances Healthcare with New Digital X-Ray Machine
Clare Nayebare Patients from both the Rwenzori Region and beyond can rest assured of enhanced healthcare services, following the newly introduced digital X-ray machine at Holy Family Virika Hospital in Fort Portal City. Earlier today, the hospital held its annual health assembly, which also served as the platform to unveil the new X-ray machine, the […]
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Kabarole’s Fight Against Diseases- VHT’s Tasked with Increasing Awareness and Support
Lucky There is need for Village Health Teams to intensify sensitization of people towards disease prevention and early diagnosis to control the increasing disease burden in communities. Richard Rwabuhinga, the District Chairperson Kabarole says the rate at which non-communicable diseases are affecting and killing the people is alarming and this would be controlled if […]
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Court orders Bunyoro King to be airlifted for specialized treatment
Editorial The Hoima High Court Judge Jesse Byaruhanga has ruled that the King of Bunyoro Kitara Kingdom Dr. Solomon Gafabusa Agutamba Rukirabasiija Iguru be taken for specialized treatment in India. The ruling was a result of an application filed in 2014 by Prince Apolo Kisoro, the former Bunyoro Kingdom Minister for Tourism and Personal Assistant […]
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Fort Portal: Health Minister Condemns Extortion by FRRH Workers, Calls for Administrative Reforms
Sylvia Kugonza The State Minister of Health for Primary Care, Margret Muhanga Mugisa, has expressed her concern regarding reports of illegal extortion by some health workers at Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital. During the handover of a Type C ambulance valued at 450 million shillings, donated by the Ministry of Health, Muhanga revealed that […]
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Teenage Pregnancy Soars: Kabarole District Sounds Alarm
BY Lucky Kabarole District is grappling with a staggering 23% teenage pregnancy rate, sparking outrage among district leaders. Dr. Stephen Kalyegira, District Health Officer, reveals that this alarming trend has contributed to a significant increase in HIV cases, rising from 10.6% in 2022 to 11.8% in 2023. The hardest-hit sub-counties are Kicwamba (30%), Harugongo, […]
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Great Lakes Peace Center Launches Initiative to Combat Hepatitis B in Expectant Mothers in Kasese,Ntoroko Districts
Clare N Hope has been rekindled in Kasese and Ntoroko districts following the launch of a one-year initiative to test mothers for Hepatitis B, offering an environment of relief and a chance for early detection and treatment About the project The project, funded by Gilead Pharmaceuticals USA, will be implemented by the Great Lakes Peace […]
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