A team from the Ministry of Health led by Permanent Secretary, Dr. Diana Atwine today visited Mutukula Border to assess the COVID-19 response activities taking place. The visit was also intended to ascertain available space to put up a permanent laboratory to test samples from truck drivers for COVID-19 and other diseases later on. This […]
The Ministry of Health has confirmed 2 new cases of COVID-19 today bringing the total number in the country to 63. Case one is a 43 year old Tanzanian truck driver who is a contact to a previously confirmed case. Case 2 is also 35 year old Tanzanian truck driver who arrived from Tanzania at […]
#Stay Home, #Stay Safe this Easter Kampala: According to Ministry of Health, today, Saturday, April 11, 2020, three people who have been completely healed of the COVID-19 disease in Uganda and will be discharged to return home. We thank God for this first victory in the national response against the Coronavirus pandemic. It’s indeed a […]
The Ministry of Health has confirmed that 4 more Ugandans have tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). According to Ministry of Health PS Dr. Diana Atwine, Out of 197 samples run yesterday, 4 tested positive for COVID-19. This brings the total COVID-19 confirmed cases to 18 in Uganda. The 4 new confirmed cases presented with symptoms […]
The Ministry of Health is currently isolating 4 foreigner nationals at Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital. They were picked from Entebbe International Airport after presenting symptoms of flue and cough. Samples have been collected and are currently being tested at Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI). Results will be communicated to the public accordingly. As of today, […]
Ministry of Health in partnership with MTN Foundation and UNFPA Uganda have this morning unveiled plans to improve service delivery of Maternity Services at Health Centre IVs in Uganda. MTN Foundation has earmarked a total of UGX 1.33 billion for refurbishment and equipping of theatres and labour wards of five Health Centre IVs across the […]
The Ministry of Health has confirmed the outbreak of Rift Valley Fever. Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Director General of Health Services has confirmed the outbreak and advised people to be vigilant and seek medical assistance. Below is the official press statement released by the Health Ministry on the matter; PRESS STATEMENT ON OUTBREAK OF RIFT […]
