The minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Monica Musenero, has said Uganda can manufacture vaccines for the Monkeypox virus, which is currently affecting several African nations. Dr. Musenero was speaking at the recently concluded Interdisciplinary Consortium For Epidemic Research (ICER) symposium at Speke Resort Munyonyo. The meeting brought together

Infectious disease experts have expressed the need to study the Mpox vaccine being administered to people at high risk of the viral disease currently affecting multiple African countries. Speaking to journalists at a three-day scientific conference on MPOX organized by the Inter-Disciplinary Consortium for Epidemic Research (ICER), Prof Pontiano Kaleebu

Scientists have called for the need for early preparedness, highlighting that epidemics can strike unexpectedly. They emphasized that concerted efforts, particularly in research, are crucial to addressing epidemics effectively.Many outbreaks occur in Africa, driven by factors such as conflict, displacement, rich biodiversity that fosters human-wildlife interaction, and weak public health

The three-day Interdisciplinary Consortium for Epidemic Research (ICER) Symposium, hosted by the Makerere University Lung Institute, concluded on a strong note today, with key discussions centered on advancing epidemic research and fostering cross-border cooperation to combat public health challenges in East Africa. The event brought together scientists, policymakers, and health

The number of confirmed Mpox cases in Uganda is now 41, doubling from 22 just two weeks ago. The Ministry of Health (MOH) revealed on Wednesday that the majority of these cases have been recorded in the districts of Nakasongola, Kampala, and Wakiso. According to Atek Kagirita, the Deputy Mpox