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We conduct research in HIV, Malaria, TB and process evaluation. Our research work has produced over 500 publications that have impacted on policy.
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🏆🌟 A big round of applause for Prof. Moses Kamya as he receives the prestigious Research Excellence Award at Makerere University! Well done, Prof. Kamya! 👏
#AwardWinner
#ScholarlyAchievement
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A proud moment at the recently concluded Makerere graduation as Chairperson Makerere University Council,
@MagaraLorna
, congratulates our ED,
@ProfKamya
on receiving the Research Excellence Award. A true testament to his dedication to research excellence.
#ResearchExcellence
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Every Donation Counts! Help Save Patience Kabatangare's Life with Your Support.
#SupportPatiencesSurgery
#FightAgainstCancer
#cancer
#CancerAwareness
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A special visit from the
@WHO
GMP director to Butabika, where he got firsthand insight into our remarkable Entomology and IMMERSE work.
#WHO
#Butabika
#Innovation
#entomology
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Exciting start to the IDRC Malaria Research to Policy Meeting as Executive Director, Prof. Moses Kamya lays out the objectives for fruitful discussions and impactful recommendations.
#MalariaControl
#ResearchDissemination
#Uganda
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A warm welcome from Professor Moses Kamya as we celebrate the start of something amazing at the Uganda Learning Hub Launch! 🚀
#UgandaLearningHub
#ZeroDoseChildren
#ImmunizationEquity
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The ICEMR 2024 Annual Networking Meeting is in full swing now. 🎉
#ICEMR2024
#NetworkingPower
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What an incredible turnout at the Uganda Learning Hub launch! A big shout out to all who attended and contributed to making it a success.
#UgandaLearningHub
#zerodose
#gratitude
🎉
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Starting our Annual General Meeting on a high note with communication remarks from our esteemed chair and executive director, Professor Moses Kamya! 🙌
#leadership
#AGM
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The wait is over! The Malaria Research to Policy Dissemination Meeting has begun. 🌍 Let's come together to advance research and create real change in the fight against malaria.
#GlobalHealth
#MalariaPrevention
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A huge congratulations to Dr. Abel Kakuru for being honored with the prestigious Post Doctoral Fellowship Award! Truly an inspiration to us all! 🌟
#AchievementUnlocked
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Thank you to all our fantastic attendees for joining our malaria research to policy dissemination meeting! And a special shoutout to the amazing organizing committee. 🙌
#Gratitude
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Curious about what we've been up to this year? Dive into our July newsletter for all the buzz! Click the link below to catch up on our adventures 👇🏾
📰
#recap
#readersareleaders
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Thrilled to have Prof. Moses Kamya sharing insights on SEARCH Phase A at today's stakeholder meeting.
#SEARCHPhaseA
#HealthcareInnovation
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Mark your calendars for April 23, 2024, at 10:00 am! Discover what makes the early results of the SEARCH Dynamic Choice study so thrilling with AVAC and
@ProfKamya
You won't want to miss this informative event! Click on the link to register 👉
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Prof. Maya Petersen presenting on Ending AIDS and improving community health through SEARCH. Community-based multi-disease testing, patient-centered care, deep community partnerships, dynamic choice prevention, Dolutegravir, & CAB-LA/dapivirine ring showcase the potential for
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Say hello to our latest article, where one of our researchers spills the beans on their eye-opening experience at the American Society of Tropical Medicine Annual Meeting. Check it out now on our website 👉
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Calling all followers! 📢 Dive into our latest publication on Measuring Zero-Dose Children and uncover reflections on age cohort flexibilities for targeted immunization surveys at the local level. Head to our website for more details! 👉🏾 💡
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🎧 Don't miss out on the insightful conversation about tuberculosis prevention among people with HIV in Uganda! 🌍 Tune into the
#LancetHIV
podcast as Peter Hayward connects with Dr Elijah Kakande and Gabriel Chamie. Click the link 👉 and get educated!
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🌟Join us in supporting Ugandan scientists in malaria research! The
@IDRC_Uganda
@UCSFMedicine
@StanfordMed
Postdoctoral fellowship empowers PhD-level researchers with mentorship, funding, & opportunities for scientific independence. Your donation can advance critical research.
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Feeling nostalgic as we bid farewell to an incredible year. Dive into our December newsletter and relive one of our unforgettable moments! 🌟✨ Click the link for more 👉🏾
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Congratulations 🎊 to our E.D. Prof. Moses Kamya on receiving the 2022 Elise and Walter A. Haas International Award from the University of California, Berkeley! We at
@IDRC_Uganda
are so proud of you & your accomplishments!
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🎉New post alert! Discover how midwives are using NoviGuide to empower themselves and save precious little lives at Tororo General Hospital. Follow the link below to read the inspiring story 👉
#EmpoweringMidwives
#NoviGuide
#SuccessStory
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Sending a huge round of applause to
@SemitalaFred
for his outstanding work at
@IDRC_Uganda
👏Join us in shining the spotlight on this incredible principal investigator on Spotlight Wednesday! 🥳
#Spotlight
#spotlightwednesday
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Congratulations to Dr Joaniter Nankabirwa on her new role as Deputy Executive Director! We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what you accomplish in this new position! 🎉
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Meet Dr. Stephen Tukwasibwe, a molecular biologist with a PhD in immunogenetics. As a Junior Investigator at IDRC, he works with the IMMRSE study and is developing a Genomics training program for Lab Techs. We celebrate you Dr. Stephen.
#SpotlightWednesday
#IDRCResearch
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Executive Director, Prof. Moses Kamya gives closing remarks at the COVID surveillance dissemination meeting
#covidenquiry
#COVID19
#surveillance
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Introducing the first feature in our
#SpotlightWednesday
series:
@ProfKamya
, our exceptional Executive Director. With his groundbreaking research in malaria and HIV/AIDS, Prof. Kamya sets the standard for excellence at IDRC. We celebrate you today.
#IDRCResearch
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Honored to have the Minister of Health
@JaneRuth_Aceng
, Permanent Secretary
@DianaAtwine
, and Executive Director, Peter Sands from
@GlobalFund
visit our exhibition! 🌟
#VIPguests
#HealthLeaders
#worldmalariaday
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🥂Cheers to Thomas Katairo for receiving the prestigious new investigator award! 🎉
#winning
#hardworkpaysoff
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Closing the meeting on a grateful note! Executive Director, Professor Moses Kamya extends sincere thanks to all the wonderful participants and gives a special shoutout to the organizing committee.
#Thankful
#MeetingClosure
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Patience Nayebare is making a difference in the fight against malaria and SARS-CoV-2 in Uganda! Her research is helping to protect children and their families from the dangers of these diseases.
#MakingADifference
#ResearchMakesADifference
#MalariaAwareness
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The IDRC fam is proud to represent at the World Malaria Day 2024 commemoration in Kibuku! Let's work together to eliminate malaria and save lives. 🌟💉
#IDRC
#MalariaFreeFuture
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Exciting updates from the MIM meeting! IDRC is proud to have Thomas Katairo and Innocent Willingirimaana presenting on
#WorldMalariaDay
. Stay tuned for more insights and progress in infectious diseases research.
#MIM2024
#IDRCResearch
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We are so excited to be working with the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub team on Diagnostic, a revolutionary new label-free automated microscope (Remoscope) that can detect malaria in fresh blood without staining! Here's to a successful collaboration! 🎉
#innovatingforabetterfuture
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Love is at the heart of everything we do at IDRC. Today, we're celebrating the love that drives us to create positive change through research.
#ValentinesDay
#LoveIDRC
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We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Research Officer to join our team. If you have a passion for research and are looking for an exciting opportunity, this is the job for you! Apply now!
#ResearchOfficer
#Research
#Opportunity
#JobAlert
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Join us in the fight against malaria! 🦟 Today, IDRC staff took part in a 10km Malaria Walk in Kampala, led by Deputy Speaker of Parliament,
@Thomas_Tayebwa
as we gear up for World Malaria Day. Together, we're stepping up to
#EndMalaria
for good.
#IDRCimpact
#WorldMalariaDay
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🌟 Introducing our Wednesday Spotlight: Dr. Samuel Nsobya, IDRC's Laboratory Director and mentor extraordinaire! His 33 years of expertise shine bright in everything he does.
#inspiring
#mentoring
#spotlightwednesday
#Spotlight
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Looking for an exciting role in field research? We've got the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team as a
#FieldResearchAssistant
and explore new horizons together. Apply now!
#jobsearch
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Huge congrats to our very own
@erkakande
for winning the
@jiasociety
Impact Award! His groundbreaking research has made a significant impact on the field of AIDS. We're incredibly proud of his achievements!
#JIASImpactAward
#ProudMoment
#ResearchExcellence
#IDRC
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Discover IDRC's impactful presence in Uganda! With strategic locations in Mbarara, Kampala, and Tororo, and a dedicated team of over 200 employees, IDRC is leading the way in pioneering research and innovative solutions to combat infectious diseases.
#DidYouKnow
#IDRCinUganda
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#DidYouKnow
IDRC is actively managing 53 ongoing projects, with another exciting project on the horizon! We're also developing 4 new projects. Stay tuned for more updates!
#IDRC
#Research
#Development
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A big congratulations to our Executive Director Prof. Moses Kamya
#Congratulations
#Awards
Congratulations Prof Moses Kamya the 2022 recipient of the Elise and Walter A. Haas International Alumni Award. Your distinguished record of service to this country is outstanding.
@IDRC_Uganda
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🌟 Spotlight Wednesday🌟
This week, we highlight John Ategeka, a dedicated Laboratory Scientist with 10 years at IDRC. He is pursuing his PhD at Griffith University. We appreciate your contributions and wish you success in your studies! 👏🔬
#SpotlightWednesday
#IDRC
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🎵Turning up the volume and grabbing the mic! The IDRC fam unleashed their inner superstar during karaoke at our end of year party! 🎉🎤
#karaoke
#endofyearparty
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Thrilled to hear Executive Director Prof. Moses Kamya's report at our 15th Annual General Meeting! 📊
#leadership
#AGM
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Irene Bagala is leading the way in understanding the impact of COVID-19 in Uganda, presenting her research on the knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, and community level factors associated with SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence.
#KnowledgeIsPower
#COVID19Research
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Dr. Fred Semitala of IDRC proudly shares the progress of the PULESA study, which has used the findings of the formative & pilot study conducted at selected sites in Wakiso to develop a strategy for implementing integrated HIV/ hypertension care.
#PULESA
#HIV
#Hypertension
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It's
#SpotlightWednesday
and we're shining a light on the inspiring Dr.
@asiphas
at
@IDRC_Uganda
! 🌟His dedication to HIV prevention is making a real difference in the fight against the virus.
#spotlight
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This
#SpotlightWednesday
, we're honored to highlight Dr. Abel Kakuru, an accomplished epidemiologist and project manager at IDRC. His work in malaria prevention and control, especially for children and pregnant women, has been truly impactful.
#MalariaControl
#PublicHealth
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🎊 We couldn't be prouder of our board member, Prof. Pauline Byakika Kibwika, for being appointed vice chancellor at Mbarara University of Science and Technology! 🥳
#Congratulations
#NewBeginnings
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A huge thank you to all the incredible individuals who attended the stakeholder meeting! Your valuable insights, expertise, and collaboration are driving meaningful progress in healthcare research. Together, we can make a difference!
#StakeholderMeeting
#Collaboration
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Join us in raising awareness this
#WorldTBDay
about the impact of tuberculosis on communities worldwide. Together, we can
#EndTB
by supporting research and innovation for better prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
#HealthForAll
#IDRCResearch
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Throwing it back to our unforgettable end of year bash! From karaoke to winning trophies, we had a blast together! 😄💃
#PartyTime
#memories
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🌟 Spotlight Wednesday🌟Meet Dr. Joaniter Nankabirwa, Deputy Executive Director at IDRC since September 2023. With 16+ years in clinical trials and a background in epidemiology, she designs impactful studies to combat infectious diseases.
#SpotlightWednesday
#IDRC
#PublicHealth
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Highlights from the PULESA-Uganda Project consultative meeting: Improving blood pressure care & treatment services for people living with HIV accessing care from HIV clinics in Wakiso & K’la.
Dr. Fred Semitala, Dr. Chris Longenecker
@hivcardiodoc
@JbKiggundu
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🌟 Thank you to all who attended our young investigators research symposium - your support means the world to us! 🙏🏼 Big congratulations to our talented awardees - keep up the amazing work! 🎓🔬
#ResearchCommunity
#CelebratingExcellence
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🌟 Spotlight Wednesday 🌟 This week, we're shining a light on our incredible Board Chair,
@SabrinaKitaka
A team builder and an inspiration for the girl child and young women. She has been IDRC's Board Chair for 2 years.
#SpotlightWednesday
#Inspiration
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👏 Hats off to Prof. Moses Robert Kamya, our exceptional E.D, for his outstanding contributions to research at Makerere University! 🎉 Keep inspiring future academic luminaries! 🌟📚
#ResearchStar
📚📖🌟 We congratulate the top publishers from Makerere University over the last 5 years.
@MakCHS_SOM
@Makerere
@MakerereNews
@DavidMeya235412
#MosesKamya
#Sewankambo
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It's
#SpotlightWednesday
and we're excited to introduce Cecilia Akatukwasa, the talented Qualitative Coordinator at IDRC Mbarara! 🎉 With her impressive academic background and dedication to health research, she's truly an emerging force in the field.
#ResearchRockstar
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It's finally here! Our young investigators research symposium meeting is in full swing. Don't miss out on all the innovative research being presented! 🧠🔬
#ResearchSymposium
#YoungInvestigators
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🌟Spotlight Wednesday🌟Meet Jane Kabami, the brilliant project coordinator and investigator driving positive change in maternal and child health research in Uganda.
#SpotlightWednesday
#IDRC
#womeninscience
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🌟 Exciting update from the 25th International AIDS Conference! Elijah Kakande presented on the knowledge, awareness, feasibility, and acceptability of long-acting Cabotegravir for HIV prevention, sharing insightful outcomes from the SEARCH Dynamic Choice HIV prevention trial 🧬.
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Breaking bread and sharing laughs with the inspiring IDRC malaria group and our ASTMH collaborators. Here's to many more fruitful and enjoyable dinners together!
#friendship
#healthresearch
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We had the pleasure of hearing Dr. Daniel Kyabayinze discuss the malaria situation in Uganda today.
#MalariaAwareness
#DirectorofPublicHealth
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🦟 Exciting findings from entomological surveillance in Uganda! Lilian Kayondo gives a presentation on vector species composition and insecticide resistance at the ICEMR Annual Networking Meeting. We discover the impact of vector control interventions on malaria vectors and the
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The IDRC team is thrilled to be part of the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Annual Meeting, sharing our innovative discoveries and advancements in health.
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The
#SapphireTeam
just had the BEST time at the OPAL Study Training! We laughed, we learned, we took some epic group selfies. Can’t wait for the next one!
#OPALstudy
🎉🤩
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Welcome Dr. Sarpong and Dr. Addo from GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) to IDRC! Exciting site visit filled with admin, research, and lab insights. 🌟
#collaboration
#partnership
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Prof. Kamya proudly represents the development partners at the World Malaria Day, encouraging all to come together and work towards a malaria-free
#Uganda
#KickMalariaOut
#WorldMalariaDay
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👏🏾A round of applause for the team at the MIM SOCIETY Conference in Kigali for their successful meeting. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against malaria. 🌍💪
#MIMConference
#GlobalHealth
#malaria
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🌟 Spotlight Wednesday: Peter Olwoch🌟
This week, we spotlight Peter, a Medical Laboratory Technologist skilled in Molecular Biology, PCR, and Clinical Research. He's pioneering East Africa’s first high-tech PCR platform to combat AMR. We celebrate you Peter
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📚Calling all curious minds! Dive into the fascinating world of research with a captivating article by our SEARCH-IPT study team. Discover new perspectives & enrich your knowledge.
#Researchpaper
#KnowledgeIsPower
👉
Kakande, E., Christian, C., Balzer, L.
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Getting to know the community in Kigarama-Sheema District through our VHT training! It has been an amazing experience! 😁
@SabrinaKitaka
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🎉🎂 Happy Birthday,
@SabrinaKitaka
! 🎉🎂 Wishing you an amazing day filled with happiness from all of us at IDRC
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Congratulations to our very own Henry Mawejje, the winner of the future leaders in international medical entomology @ the
@ASTMH
2022 Annual Meeting in Seattle
#congratulations
#awards
#awardwinning
#medal
#meeting
@WHOUganda
@MinofHealthUG
@SabrinaKitaka
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We had a great training session today to get ready for the next phase of our project! Ready to take on the challenge!
#SapphireTeam
#Teamwork
#ProjectGoals
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We
#WelcomeBack
the Bill & Melinda
@gatesfoundation
team led by deputy director, Dr. Robert Scott Miller to our
@IDRC_Uganda
Masafu General hospital in Busia district
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Dr. Isaac Ssinabulya of the
@HeartUganda
presents a groundbreaking Pulesa initiative on improving the management of chronic heart failure in Uganda through the use of m-health.
#UgandaHeartInstitute
#PulesaProject
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🔦 Spotlight Wednesday: Meet Dr. Isaac Ssewanyana, a dedicated Investigator & Laboratory Director making significant contributions to infectious disease research in Uganda. 🌟
#Research
#Science
#PublicHealth
#Inspiration
#spotlightwednesday
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Ready, set, disseminate! Professor Moses Kamya sets the stage for an exciting discussion on the Integrated HIV/HTN Project at today's meeting. Buckle up for some groundbreaking insights!
#healthresearch
#collaboration
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🌟 Spotlight Wednesday 🌟 Meet Thomas Katairo, a dedicated member of the IDRC family for 9 years. With a strong academic background and expertise in malaria research, Thomas is a shining star in our team, leading the way in generating crucial sequencing data. His hard work and
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🌟Spotlight Wednesday: Dr. Emmanuel Arinaitwe 🌟
Join us in celebrating Dr. Emmanuel for his tremendous work and mentorship at IDRC. He continues to inspire researchers and advance malaria research. We appreciate you, Dr. Emma! 👏🔬
#SpotlightWednesday
#MalariaResearch
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📣 We're excited to kick off the national level dissemination for the Uganda Learning Hub for Immunisation Equity for zero dose! Together, we're working towards a future where every child receives the vaccines they need.
#ImmunisationEquity
#ZeroDose
#HealthForAll
#Uganda
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Prof. Moses Kamya presents the Executive Director's report at the Annual General Meeting, highlighting the achievements and progress made on IDRC’s objectives
#Leadership
#Commitment
#Progress
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Excited to announce the official launch of the
#ZeroDoseLearningHub
in Uganda! Join us on 27th March 2024 for this milestone event, with
@MinofHealthUG
Permanent Secretary
@DianaAtwine
as Chief Guest. Stay tuned for more details!
#ImmunizationEquity
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Exciting insights from Diana Kisakye's presentation on evaluating Malaria Rapid Diagnostic Tests and gene deletions in Uganda! 🦟🔬
#MalariaResearch
#PublicHealth
#Uganda
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🩵 Happy
#WorldHeartDay
! Here are some simple tips to keep your heart healthy:
1️⃣ Stay active - exercise regularly!
2️⃣ Eat a balanced diet - focus on fruits, veggies, and whole grains.
3️⃣ Quit smoking - your heart will thank you!
4️⃣ Manage stress levels - practice relaxation
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Director of Public Health
@MinofHealthUG
visits the TES study at Masafu Hospital.
@SabrinaKitaka
@CTugaineyo
#publichealth
#study
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Huge congrats to Dr. Stephen Tukwasibwe on receiving the distinguished scholar award! 🎉
#scholar
#achievement
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Dr. Joanita Nankabirwa,
@IDRC_Uganda
chairs a session on case management at the World Malaria Day Scientific Colloquium. Let’s continue to work together to make a difference.
#WorldMalariaDay
#chasemalariatozero
#casemanagement
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