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Ministry of Health officials updating Ebola situation in Uganda with recovery and case statistics

Uganda Records More Ebola Recoveries as New Cases Decline Slightly

enock katamba5 months ago5 months ago03 mins

The Ministry of Health has reported a cautiously positive development in the ongoing Ebola response, as the number of recoveries continues to surpass newly confirmed infections. In its latest update released on Friday, June 5, 2026, the Ministry of Health confirmed that four patients have fully recovered and been discharged from treatment facilities. However, three…

Health officials during launch of injectable HIV prevention drug Lenacapavir in Uganda

Uganda Launches Injectable HIV Prevention Drug

enock katamba7 months ago7 months ago03 mins

By Enock Katamba | Uncovered UG Kampala, Uganda — April 18, 2026 — The government of Uganda has officially launched a long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug, Lenacapavir, in a major step aimed at reducing new infections across the country. The breakthrough medication, administered twice a year, is expected to significantly improve HIV prevention, particularly among…