Dr. Olaro assumes this critical leadership role at a time when Uganda’s Ministry of Health is focused on implementing reforms to achieve universal health coverage, strengthen health infrastructure, and improve access to quality healthcare for all citizens.
Since the last reported Ebola case on March 2 and the discharge of the final patient on March 14, health officials have maintained strict surveillance to ensure the virus did not resurface.
During this outbreak, Uganda reported a total of 14 cases-12 confirmed through laboratory testing and two classified as probable.
This funding is part of the UN Uganda Emergency Appeal and aims to bolster surveillance, infection prevention, control measures, and risk communication within affected communities.
The Apac District is vital for this campaign because it holds the global record for the highest number of mosquito bites per person, exceeding 1,500 annually.
The initial phase of the rollout will focus on 105 districts with high and moderate malaria transmission rates, prioritizing the northern and northeastern regions with the heaviest burden.