Blogs

14 Sep 23

Building Health Through Community Health Workers And Communities: Challenges and Solutions

People’s Health Movement-Uganda, in collaboration with the Human Rights Research Documentation Centre, organized a training workshop in Kakoma-Birere, Isingiro District, western Uganda. The purpose was to enhance the skills of Community Health Workers (CHWs), identify barriers to healthcare access for patients, share experiences and knowledge on strengthening the bond between…

29 Jul 23

How Breastfeeding Changed My Life: David Lutaaya’s Perspective

David was a busy lawyer who worked long hours at his firm. He loved his wife, Anna, and their newborn son, Leo, but he often felt overwhelmed by the demands of his job and his family. He wanted to be a good father and husband, but he didn’t know how…

05 Jul 23

Unveiling the Mysteries of Lady Justice, the Symbol of Equality and Fairness in Our Legal System

Introduction Lady Justice is a commonly seen symbol especially in lawyer chambers, courts of law, legal documents and emblems at court premises. Many people in our communities that access such premises tend to be intimidated and are not sure what the symbol in its reality means, however the ideal structure…

14 May 23

Every Mother Deserves a Safe and Healthy Pregnancy

“Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers around the world! Motherhood is a human right. It is the right of every woman to have a safe and healthy pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum period. It is also the right of every woman to access quality maternal health care services, including family…

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05 Apr 23

What are digital health rights and why do they matter in Uganda?

Digital health rights simply means the adoption of the global human rights principles and standards while using technologies for health. According to Health and Human Rights journal, the adoption of digital technologies for health must align with the right to health. Enshrined in several human rights treaties, the right to…

17 Mar 23

Suicide Prevention for Youth Mental Health in Uganda

Mental health is an essential aspect of overall health and wellbeing, and it is crucial to prioritize mental health awareness, especially among young people in Uganda. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), suicide is the second leading cause of death among individuals aged 15-29 globally, and it is a…

09 Mar 23

Defining Digital health rights a tool to protect your Healthcare Data

In today’s digital age, technology improvement in healthcare has changed the way we manage and access medical data. Initially it used to be paper work but now it has improved from electronic health records to wearable devices and telemedicine. As we appreciate and welcome changes in technology especially, important questions…

08 Mar 23

Bridging the Gender Gap in Uganda Through Technology and Innovation

As we celebrate International Women’s Day in Uganda, the theme “Digital Innovation and technology for gender equality” emphasizes the role of technology in empowering women and bridging the gender gap. This year’s theme acknowledges the potential of technology in breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for women and girls to…

24 Feb 23

AWAC Uganda Receives Global Health Watch 6

On the 24th day of February, 2023, a simple meeting was hosted by Huric-Uganda at its offices situated at plot 261 Prof Yusuf Lule lane, with a representative from Alliance for Women Advocating for Change, Michael Ssemakula. The meeting was organized by the People’s Health Movement Uganda chapter, a global…

17 Feb 23

Facts you didn’t know about digital health rights?

Here is a list of things about digital health rights that you didn’t know People often don’t own their health data. Instead, hospitals, doctors, or healthcare institutions usually retain ownership rights, limiting patient control. Achieving seamless integration of health data across different systems and platforms is a complex task, hindered…