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  1. 6 hours ago

    “The impact of only aggravate the challenges in the health system. The impact on low income countries was much worse than that on high income countries.” Technical Advisor

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  2. 6 hours ago

    “Treatment of patients is happening, we have Butabika hospital which is a specialist facility for mental health, we provide psychosocial support and we also teach health workers on provision of mental health care.”

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  3. 7 hours ago

    The media, just as it is important in communicating all health messages, its part in improving mental health cannot to be understated.

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    7 hours ago

    The first ever blended Press Briefing on Mental Health in Uganda organised by the Communication teams at and

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  5. 7 hours ago

    “ is putting in the work to address mental health. So far we have developed guidelines on managing mental health in the community and also among health workers.” Dr Hafisa Lukwaata

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  6. 7 hours ago

    “My appeal is to governments world over, to increase focus and support towards mental health because a large part of the society is being affected.”-

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  7. 7 hours ago

    “The loss of jobs, economic opportunities and stress take a heavy toll on the mental health of people. The focus also creates challenges in service health delivery regarding mental health”

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  8. 7 hours ago

    We’re live to discuss in the context of . Join us on Facebook live through the PRO Emmanuel Ainebyoona’s account to get insights on this important discussion

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  9. 12 hours ago

    Coping with the impact of “I would want to fight everyone. I was so angry all the time,” says Bukenya, who became too dispirited to preach the gospel – something he did at his phones and other electronics shop, in Kampala.

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    13 hours ago

    Locally, and Communication teams have organised an online Press briefing on Mental Health Services in the country today at 2:30pm Interested journalists can inbox for the link to join the conveverstion. Featuring Mental Health experts

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  11. 13 hours ago

    Be kind to yourself. Get some rest.

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  12. 13 hours ago

    🔸People with severe mental disorders such as schizophrenia tend to die 10-20 years earlier than the general population.

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  13. 13 hours ago

    🔸Close to one billion people have a mental disorder and anyone, anywhere, can be affected. 🔸Depression is one of the leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents and adults. 🔸1 in 5 children and adolescents has a mental disorder.

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  14. 13 hours ago

    This year’s on 10 October, comes at a time when our daily lives have changed considerably as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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    Oct 8

    recently released a grant of UGX 6.11 billion to support various aspects of Uganda’s fight against . Activities funded by the UK grant are being implemented by WHO and 👉

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    Oct 8

    Today alongside supported a media briefing on to deepen the media's understanding of the virus in order to report more effectively. Grateful to who led this session & offered great insight to the media.

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    Oct 7

    “We need to be careful, follow the SoPs so that we can get out of this. Let’s all get concerned about and return to normal”- Congratulations on your New World Record You’ve flown the flag high 🇺🇬🇺🇬 📸

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    Oct 7

    Congratulations 's and 's Letesenbet Gidey on their New World Record Records. Thank you Joshua for highlighting messaging

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  19. Oct 7

    “We need to be careful, follow the SoPs so that we can get out of this. Let’s all get concerned about and return to normal”- Congratulations on your New World Record You’ve flown the flag high 🇺🇬🇺🇬 📸

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  20. Oct 7

    I am ORGANIZING a small gathering or an event such as a wedding, a party or sports tournament. What precautions should I take to prevent the spread of among guests?

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