Ann Akiteng

[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

The fight against #NCDs doesn't stop in conference halls!

Today at #ICPPA2025, participants kicked off Day 3 with a #BeatNCDs fitness challenge to promote healthier lifestyles.

[Diabetic_Mogul @tinodzikiti]

@WHOAFRO @NCDIpoverty @WHONigeria @WHO_Zimbabwe @WHO @WHOSierraLeone @WHO_Tanzania @whocmr @ApoorvaGomber With the right training, tools & community support, rural hospitals can manage severe NCDs. Karatu saw an 80% drop in referrals—care is closer, cheaper, and life-saving.

This is care that reaches the people. And it works. Let’s scale it!
#ICPPA2025 #PENPlus

[Diabetic_Mogul @tinodzikiti]

@NCDIpoverty @ApoorvaGomber @WHO @WHONigeria @WHOAFRO @WHOUganda 🔍 Next for PEN-Plus: Strengthen data systems by integrating with national HMIS, assigning skilled M&E staff, and promoting cross-country learning. Aligning indicators from local to global levels will power better care for severe NCDs. #PENPlus #HealthData #UHC

[Diabetic_Mogul @tinodzikiti]

@NCDIpoverty @ApoorvaGomber @WHO @WHONigeria @WHOAFRO 📊 Uganda is improving how it collects and uses data on NCDs. With better records, new tools, and plans to go digital, care can become more consistent and people with severe NCDs—like diabetes, sickle cell, and heart disease—won’t be left behind. #PENPlus #NCDs #HealthForAll

[Dr. Diana Atwine @DianaAtwine]

We also passed out CHEWs in Nakasongola District. We encourage the public to engage with them and make use of the knowledge and tools provided especially for health education, disease prevention, and early screening for NCDs and other conditions. #MOHatWork #CHEWs

[NCDI Poverty Network @NCDIpoverty]

Proud to be part of @WHOAFRO's first report on PEN-Plus, a groundbreaking model of care for severe noncommunicable diseases (#NCDs) such as #diabetes, #sicklecell and childhood #heartdisease.
The burden of NCDs is growing, but so is our response: https://t.co/C8XsfmdLSH

[NCDI Poverty Network @NCDIpoverty]

Recognizing #WorldHealthDay with 3 pillars of our position statement for the @UN and our work every day: prioritize children living with #NCDs, support integrated care facilities to increase accessibility, and dedicate public and private funding for NCD care in health systems.

[NCDI Poverty Network @NCDIpoverty]

Tawonashe is an inspiring example of the impacts that #PENPlus and integrated care for #NCDs are having for thousands of children and families in sub-Saharan Africa and southern Asia. Read more of his story here: https://t.co/8X3ouBNz29

[Ann Akiteng @AAkiteng]

@ACCESS_UG @rkalyes1 @SpireJim @NutritionistKD @ChefKarim02 @BalaamAteenyiDr @dr_evenakato @drkeithsiau @DrOribaDan @MinofHealthUG @KagutaMuseveni @DianaAtwine @JaneRuth_Aceng @DrSerunjogiEmma @DrTedros Proudly associated

[African Community Center for Social Sustainability @ACCESS_UG]

Celebrating Hero's Day with heartfelt gratitude to Dr. @rkalyes1 for his remarkable contributions to medicine and community development. His tireless efforts inspire many, impacting lives in Nakaseke and across Uganda.
#HappyHeroesDay
@SpireJim
@NutritionistKD
@ChefKarim02

[UINCD @UINCD]

We're excited to support the implementation & scale-up of #PENPlus in 🇺🇬! @MinofHealthUG is collaborating with technical, policy, advocacy, and financing institutions, with active participation from @WHOUganda and @UNICEFUganda, to develop the #PENPlus National Operational Plan.

[Ann Akiteng @AAkiteng]

@UNICAForg 😂

[Women Chess Association Uganda @UgChessWomen]

Uganda to world🥰 @FIDE_chess @chessinschools @UgandaChess_UCF @womeninchess

[Ann Akiteng @AAkiteng]

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[UINCD @UINCD]

@UINCD is thrilled to have taken part in the annual #NationalDayofPhysicalActivity organized by @MinofHealthUG at Kololo grounds. We got showcased #NCD diagnostic equipment under the #PEN-Plus project to support early diagnosis of severe NCDs at Mid and lower health facilities.

[Ann Akiteng @AAkiteng]

@ManCaveUg True. Government has a role in creating/ promoting enabling environments that support healthy lifestyle choices but the primary responsibility rests with the individual. #MyHealthMyResponsibility

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

Join the @MinofHealthUG on Sunday 18 June 2023 and participate in the National Day of Physical Activity.

This day is intended to raise awareness on the importance of regular physical activity to have good health.

Time: 6:00AM

Venue: Kololo Ceremonial Grounds

[Ann Akiteng @AAkiteng]

@ManCaveUg Activities of daily living can also significantly contribute to physical fitness. E.g walking, gardening, cycling, taking a staircase instead of a lift, etc. These can supplement efforts for more structured physical fitness programs and activities.

[Ann Akiteng @AAkiteng]

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[Prof. Nasreen Jessani @NasreenJessani]

Key learnings captured by @TarynYoung3