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Global public health awareness days aim to increase visibility, awareness and understanding of specific diseases or health conditions among the general public. They are key in highlighting the importance of healthy lifestyles and well-being…

Summary Background: GAVI defines zero-dose children as those who have not received Diphtheria-Pertusis-Tetanus1 (DPT1), which represents a gap in immunization programs and a marker of inequity in access to essential health services. In…

Summary Background: On 24 June 2025, a cholera outbreak was confirmed in Egge Village, Dzaipi Sub-county, Adjumani District. We investigated to determine the source, magnitude, and risk factors associated with the outbreak to inform…

Summary Background: In July 2025, Kumi District in Eastern Uganda reported a Measles outbreak among children admitted in high-volume healthcare facilities. We investigated to determine the scope of the outbreak, identify risk factors for…

A measles outbreak was confirmed in Amolatar District, Uganda, on February 6, 2026, following laboratory confirmation by the Uganda Virus Research Institute. A total of 120 cases were identified (5 confirmed, 29 probable, 86 suspected),…

On January 22, 2026, the Kazo District Health Team notified the Ministry of Health of a cluster of suspected human anthrax cases following reports of sudden livestock deaths in multiple sub-counties. The National Rapid Response Team (NRRT)…

Summary Background: Cholera is endemic in Uganda, with periodic outbreaks occurring naturally. On June 12, 2025, Uganda’s Ministry of Health was notified of a cholera outbreak in Dufile Sub-county, Moyo District. We investigated to…

Summary Background: Snakebites remain a neglected public health challenge in Uganda, with an annual incidence of 101/1,000,000 population. Snakebites have been prioritised in Uganda’s Neglected Tropical Diseases Master Plan, 2023-2027,…

Summary Background: In Uganda, neonatal deaths are routinely reported through District Health Information Software 2 (DHIS2); however, the extent of formal medical certification using International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision…

Summary Background: Uganda remains one of the top 3 countries most affected by malaria with a nationwide prevalence of 19% and endemicity in over 95% of the districts. In August 2025, clusters of rapidly progressing deaths were reported in…