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[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

What if the key to a healthier and safer #Uganda is already among us?

Join the conversation at the 4th #HPConfUG26 from 14-16 October 2026 and be part of a movement for healthier communities.

#MOHatWork

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

A sickle cell carrier usually does not have sickle cell disease or symptoms but can pass the gene to their children.

Get tested at the nearest health facility to know your status.

#MOHatWork | #SickleCellAwarenessMonth

[Dr Wilberforce M. Kabweru @m_kabweru43739]

It was a great moment with ASOU President Dr Edward Kakungulu, President Elect Dr Namugenyi, National Chief Surgeon Dr Kabweru W.M, Team lead Dr Roy Anyolitho and the entire team at Mukono COU Hospital, 15th September, 2026.

[Dr Charles Ayume @DrAyumeCharles]

Mukono is part of the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area & it comes with a mix of urban, peri-urban&rural challenges.Upgrade of Katooge HC3 to a HC4 is a priority. The current location of the congested Mukono hospital, formerly a HC4,along a major highway needs to be reconsidered.

[Dr Charles Ayume @DrAyumeCharles]

Government has refurbished Kawoolo Hospital to also address emergencies along the Jinja highway& it's ambulance to be replaced.A new theatre was built at Ngogwe HC4 by the @MODVA_UPDF &we shall address issues of staffing at the facility. Please stop the extortion at Kawoolo hosp

[Mukono District Local Government @CaoMukono89852]

Dr. Charles Ayume commissioned 190 Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) to strengthen community-based healthcare. Leaders called for stronger malaria prevention, antenatal care and health infrastructure, while CHEWs were urged to serve with integrity and professionalism

[Mulago National Referral Hospital @MulagoReferral]

Free Eye Camp @MulagoReferral reaches Day 2 with 60 Eye Surgeries successfully performed, including 10 cataract surgeries.

The camp is providing advanced, specialised eye care to children & adults, while helping clear the backlog of patients who have been waiting for essential surgical services.

The partnership between @MulagoReferral & the Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU) has strengthened surgical capacity, bringing together a multidisciplinary surgical team and support staff to deliver quality care.

By providing the procedures free of charge, the camp is also easing the financial burden on patients, some of whom could have spent up to UGX 5 million on private treatment.

For beneficiaries, this is more than surgery it is a chance to restore vision and improve their quality of life.

#FreeEyeCamp #MulagoHospital #ASOU #CataractSurgery #RestoringSight

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

Dr. Elizabeth Najjingo, @Paeduganda reminds us that #Measles is one of the biggest causes of death among children yet it can be prevented through immunization.

From 1-5 October 2026, the Ministry of Health will conduct a Nationwide Measles Rubella immunization campaign for all children aged 9 months to 5 years.

#MOHatWork | #MRCampaignUG26

[933 KFM @933kfm]

Dr. Charles Olaro, the Director General of Health Services at the Ministry of Health, has spoken out about misdiagnosis in Uganda. He says the government is working to address gaps in disease diagnosis and reduce preventable deaths.

#KFMUpdates

📸 Tonny Abet

[NTV UGANDA @ntvuganda]

UPDATE: Dr Charles Olaro, the Director General of Health Services at the Ministry of Health, speaks out on misdiagnosis in Uganda. He says the government is working to address gaps in disease diagnosis and reduce preventable deaths. #NTVNews

🎥 Tonny Abet

[Uganda Cancer Institute @UgandaCancerIns]

"The cancer burden has increased due to improved diagnostics and care consequently increasing the demand for cancer care in the country."
~Prof.Damalie Nakanjanko Board Chair UCI

Read more in today's new vision paper

[Uganda Cancer Institute @UgandaCancerIns]

Behind every diagnosis is a person, a family, a journey far bigger than a medical term.

#UgandaCancerInstitute #LifeReimagined

[Uganda Cancer Institute @UgandaCancerIns]

These numbers tell a story of rising need and of a commitment to meet it. Behind every statistic is a life touched, a family supported, and a step forward in the fight against cancer in Uganda.
#UgandaCancerInstitute #LifeReimagined

[Uganda Cancer Institute @UgandaCancerIns]

Behind every diagnosis, every treatment plan, every difficult day, there's a nurse walking alongside the patient.
Nursing isn't just part of cancer care, it's woven into every part of it.

#UgandaCancerInstitute #LifeReimagined

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

This October, Government will distribute free mosquito nets to all residents in Buganda, Karamoja and Kigezi sub-regions to protect them from #Malaria.
Don't miss out!

#MOHatWork | #MosquitoNetCampaignUG26

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

What is Sickle cell Disease?

#MOHatWork | #SickleCellAwarenessMonth

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

The Minister of State for Health for Primary Health Care, Hon. @DrAyumeCharles, has this evening presided over the passing out of 190 CHEWs in Mukono District.

In his address, Dr. Ayume proposed the establishment of a health facility at Mukono Industrial Park, which hosts more than 500 factories and could have an estimated workforce of up to 4,000 workers, based on an average of 800 workers per factory.

The proposed facility would bring essential health services closer to workers and surrounding communities, further advancing access to quality and responsive healthcare.

#MOHatWork | #CHEWsUG

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

Prof. @olaro_charles reminded the communities that the Ministry will be carrying out a national Measles Rubella vaccination exercise from 1-5 October 2026.

He urged the CHEWs to ensure all children aged 9 months to 5 years are vaccinated against Measles - Rubella even if they have been vaccinated before.

#MOHatWork | #MRCampaignUG26

[Ministry of Health- Uganda @MinofHealthUG]

The Ministry of Health has today morning witnessed the passing out of 134 Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) in Buikwe District.

Hon. @DrAyumeCharles, Minister of State for Health - Primary Health Care, has challenged the newly trained CHEWs to contribute to cancer prevention by addressing key risk factors, including alcoholism and drug abuse.

Director General Health Services, Prof. @olaro_charles, has urged them to identify and report unexplained community deaths, emphasizing the importance of mortality audits in enabling early response and strengthening community health.

Commissioner for Health Promotion, Education & Communication, Dr. @RichardKabanda2, has reminded the CHEWs that their new roles come with responsibility, urging them to properly care for and use the equipment handed over to the district while upholding the standards expected of civil servants.

#MOHatWork | #CHEWsUG