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Geneva, Switzerland | THE INDEPENDENT | The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new guidance on the ethics and governance of large multi-modal models (LMMs), a type of fast-growing generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology with applications across health care. The guidelines outline over 40 recommendations for consideration by governments, technology companies, and …

Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Fabrice Brad Rulinda, the Mayor of Entebbe, emphasized the pressing need to establish additional healthcare facilities to augment specialized services, especially for underprivileged communities. The mayor’s insightful remarks were delivered on Sunday evening as he addressed the spouses of G77 summit delegates during their visit …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Moses Kabangi, the Assistant Commissioner in charge of Environmental Health has been interdicted over allegations of soliciting money from medical interns with the promise of deploying them in favorable hospitals. The Senior Public Relations in the Ministry of Health (MOH), Emmanuel Ainebyoona, revealed this to URN in …

Ibanda, Uganda | THE INDEPENDNET | Authorities in Ibanda district have enforced a quarantine on the movement of cattle and, the sale of animal products following an outbreak of anthrax. According to the Ibanda District Chief Administrative Officer Ruhemba Kweronda, the district has registered sporadic cases of anthrax disease in …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDETNT | The State House Anti-corruption Unit is investigating allegations of bribery in the deployment of medical interns. Seven medical interns were scheduled for interrogation on Thursday in the continuing investigation into concerns of corruption and bribery within medical internship deployment by the The invited interns are …

Cabo Verde has achieved a WHO-certified malaria-free status, showcasing the power of strategic health planning. The achievement inspires African nations as more countries pursue malaria elimination. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Cabo Verde has achieved a significant milestone in the battle against malaria, securing malaria-free certification from the World …

Geneva, Switzerland | THE INDEPENDENT | The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched an appeal for US$ 1.5 billion to protect the health of the most vulnerable populations in 41 emergencies around the globe in 2024. The appeal covers the emergencies that demand the highest level of response from WHO, to …

UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said the year 2024 would be a challenging one for children globally in its annual flagship study released Monday. “Prospects for Children 2024: Cooperation in a Fragmented World” forecasts increased exposure of children to violence, war, and economic hardship, shaped …

ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | Meaningful, small changes can have a big impact on your overall health and well-being. In 2024, commit to taking small steps to change your daily routines and habits to benefit your health. 1. Eat a healthy diet What a healthy diet looks like may differ from person …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Uganda has passed-out a batch of 14 new field epidemiologists bringing to 93, the number of the much sought-after disease surveillance and detection experts in the country. Specialists attending the graduation ceremony raised a concern that there is a huge gap of such experts in Africa …