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At Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH), our vision is to be a centre of excellence in providing leadership in public health.

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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
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@Makerere School of Public Health, together with partners including the @MinofHealthUG, @StatisticsUg, and @MRC_Uganda, with support from @usmissionuganda through @CDCgov and @PEPFAR, today launched the 2025 Uganda Population-Based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA). Launched by the
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Ms. Faith ATAI is our best student for this year's #Mak71stGrad. She obtained 1st-Class Honors CGPA of 4.46 in #BEHS. Her journey to success is inspirational. She was forced out of school at age 15 during the #LRA insurgence in #Teso, in eastern #Uganda .
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Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
In this edition of Makerere Universityโ€™s 73rd graduation ceremony slated to run from February 13-17, 2023, we bring you the story of @allan_ssembuusi, who against all odds, rose from a house boy to a First-Class student.
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
Ogweng Kizito, our 1st year BEHS student lost his bicycle & has been walking from Luzira to @MakSPH -Mulago for his lectures. We have thru Department of Disease Control & Environmental Health agreed to replace it upon learning of his humble story, to support him attain his dream.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
Carol Esther Nabbanja is set to graduate with First Class Honours in Bachelor of Environmental Health Science (BEHS) from Makerere School of Public Health. With a CGPA of 4.61, she is the best-graduating student in the school this year. #Mak73Grad.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
From juggling work and School, Ms. Irene Nakaziba, the Mayuge Town Council Health Inspector will be graduating with a First Class of @Makerere with 4.60 CGPA. Congratulations Nakaziba!.#Mak72Grad #MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
Heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Nazarius Mbona Tumwesigye โ€”Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics on your promotion to full Professor @Makerere . Itโ€™s so fulfilling to see your talent and hard work being perceived and rewarded. Congratulations Prof. Naz!.#MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
5 months
Meet @jabimphilliam, the top Bachelor of Environmental Health Sciences (BEHS) student at today's 75th @Makerere graduation ceremony. He graduated with an outstanding CGPA of 4.78, as one of the 11 BEHS first-class graduates from MakSPH.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
5 years
Professor David Serwadda, a Disease Control and Public Health Expert has warned that the usage of gloves by untrained people in general population is likely to do more harm than good. He says people who wear gloves are more likely to get infected with #COVID19 or spread it.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
9 months
Our very own Prof. David Guwatudde from @Makerere School of Public Health's Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics will present at the @UN's 79th General Assembly Science Summit in New York on Wednesday, 19th September 2024, next week. @ProfNawangwe @RhodaWanyenze #UNGA79
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
To day, we honor Dr. Fred Wabwire-Mangen, Associate Professor of Epidemiology for his dedicated service to @Makerere. He will be retiring from Makerere University service at the end of April 2022. Thank you @fred_mangen for Building for Future!.#MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Our Dean, Professor @RhodaWanyenze has today received @Makerere University Vice Chancellorโ€™s Research Excellence Award, 2023 as the best overall female researcher in the past five years. We congratulate her on this milestone .@CeshCentre @ProfNawangwe @MakerereNews #Mak74thGrad
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Makerere University School of Public Health
5 years
We congratulate Dr. Peter Waiswa @waiswap who has been rated expert in Infant Mortality globally by Expertscape's PubMed-based algorithms. The recognition is based scholarly writing about Infant Mortality over the past 10 years. Congratulations Peter!
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
After 28 years of dedicated service to Makerere University, we say thank you to Professor @WilliamBazeyo. You have left a mark at @MakSPH and particularly @MakSPH. Thank you and may you enjoy your retirement! Never say good bye!
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Makerere University School of Public Health
6 months
VC @ProfNawangwe has announced that starting January 2025, the School of Public Health will transition into a stand-alone school with the status of a College. "This move empowers the school to amplify its research and community outreach." A milestone worth a toast #MakSPHat70
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Meet James Muleme, a record-breaking PhD graduate at #Mak74thGrad. His study revealed a 25% prevalence of ESBL-Ec in healthy households, indicating community presence and showcased multi-drug resistance; carbapenem, colistin resistance genes. Read more |
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Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŽ‰ So proud of all the 169 graduates from the School of Public Health, including 44 with Bachelor of Environmental Health Sciences, 123 Master's, and 2 PhDs. A huge accomplishment, well done! #FuturePublicHealthLeaders #Mak73rdGrad #MakerereUniversity #EducationMatters ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŽ“
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Special congratulations to Dr. @DavidMusoke14 on being elected President Elect of the International Federation of Environmental Health (IFEH). Dr. Musoke will take over as President of the IFEH from Dr. Bruno Cvetkovic from Croatia in 2026. Cheers!
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
We take the pleasure to congratulate Dr. Elizeus Rutebemberwa, the Deputy Dean #MakSPH upon his promotion to a rank of Professor of @Makerere. He is now a Professor of Health systems management in the Department of Health Policy, Planning and Management .Congs!.#MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Uganda is looking forward to hosting @DrTedros DG @WHO come this ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ29th June at the #WorldHealthSummit Regional meeting Africa. The event is organized by @Makerere & @GovUganda. He will deliver a keynote speech on the topic โ€œCOVID-19 across the WHO African region." #M8Alliance
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
5 years
Construction of our new home is currently taking shape at @MakerereU Main Campus. This building will enable us to train more public health professionals. For long, @MakSPH has been constrained by limited office space to accommodate trainees, staff, and different projects.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
5 months
We celebrate excellence in research and teaching, recognized by Senate-approved criteria, on Day 1 of the #Mak75thGrad Ceremony. Special congratulations to Dr. @DavidMusoke14 and Dr. @rawleng their recognition among @Makerereโ€™s top mid- and early-career researchers.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
A cake with masks on! Congratulations Dr. Arthur Bagonza on your successful defense of your Ph.D. #Mak71stGrad
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Makerere University School of Public Health
6 months
Congrats to Ahumuza Bridget, a second-year Bachelor of Environmental Health Science student at MakSPH, who has been awarded third place in the recent International Federation of Environmental Health (IFEH) Africa Region Outstanding Student Awards.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 months
Warmest congratulations to the three female scholars from the School of Public Health who have earned their PhDs: Dr. Roselline Achola, Dr. Esther Diana Bayiga Zziwa, and Dr. Lukia Hamid Namaganda. Happy celebrations. #Mak75thGrad
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
In 2018, Wejuli Junior Mike lost his @Mastercard Scholarship after his @UNEB_UG results for A'Level came back and he had not performed as expected. This is when @HESFBUG answered his financial prayers & now he graduates with 1st Class of 4.45 @Makerere .#Mak72Grad #MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
5 years
Frequently clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub/ sanitizer or thoroughly wash using soap and water. Together in the fight against #COVID19
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
๐ŸšจPhD Defense.@DrNanyeenya will be defending his PhD on the topicย " Viral Non-Suppression, Perceptions and Effectiveness of Intensive Adherence Counselling among People Living with HIV/AIDS on Antiretroviral Therapy with Low-Level Viraemia in Uganda.". ๐Ÿ”—
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Dr. Seth Berkley (@GaviSeth) CEO of @gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is set to receive an Honorary Doctor of Science degree of @Makerere on Monday 17th May 2021. The citation will be done in a blended ceremony virtually here #Mak71stGrad
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Ms. Atai Faith, our best student for the Bachelor of Environmental Health Science joins Hon. @AdekeAnna the Soroti Woman MP at the @Makerere University #Mak71stGrad ceremony who also graduated with a Masters Degree in Law. @MakerereNews Congratulations!
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
Join Dr. @RhodaWanyenze, Professor and Dean, @MakSPH in a panel discussion on @Makerereโ€™s ground-breaking health research and innovation over the last century and how it can be leveraged to improve #PublicHealth. Join here #MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
We extend heartfelt congratulations to our Dean, Prof.@RhodaWanyenze, the award winner for the Not-For-Profit (NGOs) NED 2023 award. She was considered for her outstanding role on various Boards & as the current Board Chairperson @bayloruganda. Congratulations!.#LEADNEDAwards23
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Congratulations @DrNanyeenya on successfully defending your PhD! This incredible achievement marks the culmination of your dedication, hard work, and expertise and we congratulate you on your successful leadership of the PhD Forum at MakSPH. Good luck!
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
Keep flying higher!. Congratulations Dr. John Chrysostom Ssempebwa โ€”Department of Disease Control and Environmental Health on your promotion to Associate Professor @Makerere . #MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Dr. Bunoti Sarah Nantono, one of the 132 PhD graduands in the #Mak74thGrad on Monday, secured approval for her PhD Adolescent Care intervention from @NCDCUg. At 64, she fulfilled her goal of studying early adolescent reproductive health. Read her story
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Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
A big thank you to the @RockefellerFdn for their generous donation of USD $100,000 towards the construction of a new @Makerere #MakSPH building. This new building will not only provide a modern learning environment but also contribute to the improvement of public health in Africa
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Makerere University School of Public Health
10 months
We are delighted to welcome to @Makerere, the pioneer class of our Taught PhD in Public Health program. This three-year, full-time PhD aims to train the next generation of public health leaders in academia and research.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
5 years
Keep informed and learn more for a #COVIDFreeUG. Join our dean @RhodaWanyenze as she unpacks Social distancing; a term applied to certain actions that are taken by Public Health officials to stop or slow down the spread of a highly contagious disease with @ntvuganda's @jkkarungi
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Congratulations Dr. Arthur Bagonza, Mr. Solomon Wafula, Ms. Catherine Ninsiima, Mr. Rawlance Ndejjo, Mr. Bonny Enock Balugaba & Mr. Frederick Oporia on winning the @MakSPH Small Grants for early-career scholars. Details here:
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
H.E @Karin_Boven, Ambassador of the Netherlands ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ to Uganda ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌ officiated the launch of our newly constructed State of The Art Auditorium, a multipurpose hall equipped with the latest technical Audio-Visual upgrades.
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Our new auditorium is primed to become a versatile hub for corporate meetings, conferences, student activities, and more. We are unveiling. ๐Ÿ—“๏ธFriday, March 15, 2024
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Makerere University School of Public Health
11 months
The Dept. of Epidemiology & Biostatistics @Makerere has commenced a five-day training program in Basic Data Analysis, running from July 15th to Friday, July 19th, 2024. This is an intensive course designed to enhance participants' skills in conducting basic health data analysis.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
First class! . Congratulations Ms. Tabitha Audo upon being the overall best student of Bachelor of Environmental Health Sciences. #Mak72Grad .We are delighted that the course has already made a huge difference to the lives and career prospects of our students. #MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
It was great catch up for the two old friends, Prof. David Serwadda and Prof. Fred Wabwire at the farewell dinner. The two are former classmates at @MedicalSchool in 1977. Dr. Fred touched thousands of lives through teaching, research with humility & excellence #MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
Warmest congratulations on your graduation Mr. Mutyaba Huzaifah in your Masters of Arts in Public Administration! . Mr. Mutyaba is the Assistant Administrator (Academic Affairs) in Department of Epidemiology and Bio-statistics @MakSPH @ProfNawangwe . #MakerereAt100 #Mak72ndGrad
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Makerere University School of Public Health
5 years
"@KiiraMotors has been asked to produce these ventilators. With the funding from Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation we have the capacity to produce 40 ventilators to supplement the 55 existing ones in the country," @ProfNawangwe.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
This morning, we are hosting the 5th Graduation of Fellows of theย Uganda Public Health Fellowship Program, at Imperial Royale Hotel. This is a tripartite Public Health Workforce Capacity building program of the @MinofHealthUG, @MakSPH and the @CDCGlobal. #PHFP2019Graduation
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
@MakSPH Dean Prof. Rhoda Wanyenze presenting the graduands to the Chancellor for conferment and award of Degrees of Makerere University #Mak71stGrad
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
With support from @GovUganda through @RIFMakerere, a team of researchers at @Makerere School of Public Health has mentored a team of undergraduate students to come up with the Vitex (e-) Medical Pandemic Assistance Tool (eMPAT).development. #MakRIFResearch #MakRIFInnovation
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Makerere University School of Public Health
5 years
In the new normal and ahead of the planned easing of the lockdown, masks are definitely going to be part of our lives to slow down the infection and spread of Corona Virus (COVID-19). @MinofHealthUG has since issued guidelines on the use of masks. Catch them here. #COVIDFreeUG
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
We congratulate our faculty, Dr. AMONGIN Dinah on her Degree of Doctor of Philosophy of @Makerere she earned today. She studied the magnitude & explanation for repeat adolescent birth and its later life consequences in Uganda. #MakerereAt100 #Mak72ndGrad
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
"We are on the road to introducing two new vaccines; the malaria vaccine and the Hepatitis B birth dose, all championed by @gavi and with the support of Dr. Seth." - @JaneRuth_Aceng . #ThePowerofVaccines #MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
In 2010, Prof. Nambooze was honored by @Makerere as having been among the 10 most outstanding female professors of all time. In 2011 Recognized by the Ugandan government and awarded the nation's Class Five award for her stainless service to the nation. #MakerereAt100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Dr. @isunju_j will be presenting key findings from Ugandaโ€™s Climate Change Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessment (VAA) at the #COP28UAE alongside @DianaAtwine @DrNabaasa from @MinofHealthUG today December 3rd, 2023, | 11:40โ€“12:50 | Uganda Pavilion | Dubai | UAE. #ClimateAction
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Makerere University School of Public Health
10 months
Tomorrow @DrGMusinguzi will be sharing his cancer diagnosis to recovery journey. His book is a testament to the fact that cancer is treatable & curable especially when detected early. @UgandaCancerIns. ๐Ÿ“ŒMakSPH Auditorium, Eastern Gate, @Makerere . ๐Ÿ”—
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
This afternoon Dr. @isunju_j, @Makerere School of Public Health, Kampala, joins @WHO's Climate Change and Health Unit to discuss Uganda Country experience: planning a climate change and health V&A assessment, work supported by @RockefellerFdn. Register
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
As we close the year and move into 2021, all of us at Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) wish you good health and prosperity in the new year.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Our best student this year @FaithAtai's story featured in @newvisionwire today. Check out her story on Page 14. She narrates how she made it to First Class @MakerereU
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Makerere University School of Public Health
11 months
We thank you!.H.E. @Karin_Boven and the people of Netherlands @NLinUganda through @NufficGD, for supporting infrastructure, research, and training @Makerere and School of Public Health in particular during your years of service in๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌ. Best wishes, H.E. Dr. Boven! .@ProfNawangwe
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
We have concluded day one of the two-day Proposal Writing Workshop for our Masters students, thanks to the initiative by the Dean, @RhodaWanyenze. The purpose is to fast-track Graduate Studentsโ€™ progress towards completion and submission of Research Proposals.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Today, @MakSPH celebrates a successful partnership with @WHO in advancing public health in Uganda. Teams lead by @tegegny and @RhodaWanyenze reflected on the 46 projects including several strategic information and policy outputs over the past five years at @WHOUganda
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Makerere University School of Public Health
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It is historic. It is celebratory. It is this Friday. We are #MakSPHat70. In the 1950s, preventive medicine was introduced as an academic discipline of medical sciences in the Faculty of Medicine of the University of East Africa, the present @Makerere. @ProfNawangwe
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Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
Our Master of Public Health Disaster Management (MDM) students are currently undertaking a two-week field attachment with the @UgandaRedCross. This valuable experience allows them to apply their knowledge in real-world settings.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
New Course Alert!. We are pleased to announce that we shall be offering a Master of Environmental and Occupational Health (MEOH) @Makerere @MakDRGT @MakerereCHS . Application deadline; August 12, 2022. See details ๐Ÿ‘‡.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
2 months
Happening now: . H.E. the President of the Republic of Uganda @KagutaMuseveni, accompanied by Hon. Ministers Dr. @MorikuJoyce, @DrMusenero @Makerere Council Chairperson Ms. @MagaraLorna, Chancellor @DrCWCBKiyonga , VC @ProfNawangwe and University top management team inspect the
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
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#SAVEtheDATE .We are reflecting on our 70 years of teaching preventive medicine. We hope to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations with great insights for successful careers in public health. ๐Ÿ”—#MakSPHat70 #MakCHSat100
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
6 months
Celebrating Prof. David Serwadda's remarkable legacy! As Director of IPH (2003-2007) & Dean of MakSPH (2007-2009), he pioneered HIV research, founded the Rakai Health Sciences Program & expanded MakSPH's capacity. #MakSPH@70
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
8 months
MakSPH is recruiting 5 Research Assistants for a short-term study on HPV vaccination among girls aged 10-14 in Uganda, to be conducted in Amuru, Masindi, Kyenjojo, Kasese, Rubirizi, Mpigi, Buvuma, Kyotera, Masaka, and Rwampara. Find more deatils via:
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Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
Following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we offer our sincere condolences to the @RoyalFamily and the people of the United Kingdom as well as our partners!.Rest in Peace! .#MakerereAt100 #QueenElizabeth
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Happening now: .Dr. @assennyonjo is defending his PhD on;."Unpacking Intragovernmental Coordination: An Interdisciplinary Exploration to Advance the Multisectoral Approach to Universal Health Coverage in Uganda." @ITMantwerp @Makerere . Follow the defense:.
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
Great results come from hard work! We take the pleasure to congratulate all our students graduating next week at #Mak72Grad ceremony!. The Dean, Prof. @RhodaWanyenze has congratulated our 1st Class students awaiting graduation this coming week! .Well-done! .#MakerereAt100
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
Photos: Graduands from Makerere University School of Public Health at the #Mak73rdGrad ceremony. #FuturePublicHealthLeaders.#BuildForTheFuture
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
MakSPH wishes to congratulate Dr. Peter Waiswa @waiswap and colleagues Dr. Cyril Engmann & Ms. Yangchen Lama on your appointment as new directors to the global boards of Adara Development. We wish you all the best of luck in your new roles. Details:
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
7 months
Congrats, @isunju_j, on being named to the TIME100 Climate list of influential leaders driving real climate action. He led the development of a groundbreaking H-NAP, which includes climate training for healthcare workers & climate-proofing infrastructure.
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Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
Prof. Makumbi stresses the importance equity, self-care, and utilization of Community Health Workers in order to achieve improved health outcomes for Family Planning @MinofHealthUG @StatisticsUg #UDHS2022Survey #UDHS
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Makerere University School of Public Health
8 months
Many thanks to @PoliceUg Fire Brigade for the wonderful session with our students that included hands-on training with fire extinguishers and other safety equipment. It empowered students to respond confidently in critical fire outbreak situations. #MakSPHat70 #MakCHSat100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
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Happening now: @PoliceUg firefighters are providing our students with essential safety tips for fire emergencies and prevention. This fire safety awareness session is organized by @MUEHSA1. #MakSPHat70 #MakCHSat100
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Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
Just in: @drkellyhenning, Head of @BloombergDotOrg Public Health program, met with Dean Prof. @RhodaWanyenze & @TRIADUnit leadership @Makerere to discuss advancing injury research into a Centre of Excellence. @Oporiah @okobusingye @isunju_j @ProfNawangwe #UgandaHealthExhibition
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
5 years
@MakerereU has equipped & built capacity of staff at @MakerereH (University Hospital) to perform tests for Covid-19. So far, 40,000 testing kits have been availed and the Hospital is now ready to conduct the test, says Vice Chancellor @ProfNawangwe . #COVIDFreeUg #COVIDPresser
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
Congratulations to our own Ms. Stella Kakeeto, a grants manager and Edna Angelique Karungi, a grants accountant, for being named members of @SocietyRAIntl's Future of the Field class of 2023. These are the people who will advance Research Administration in the coming decades!
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
4 months
Today, @MakSPH hosted a dissemination workshop at Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala, to share key findings from an ongoing study entitled: Pursuing Profit at the Expense of Public Health? Case Studies of Alcohol Industry Activity in Africa (PEPHAIA).
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Rawlance Ndejjo defends his PhD in Medical Sciences virtually at the University of Antwerp at 4:30PM today. Join Rawlance via Blackboard Collaborate; Wishing you the best of luck @rawleng!.@ProfNawangwe, @MakerereCHS, @MakDRGT @SpicesUganda @SPICESglobal
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
The Dean, @Makerere School of Public Health (MakSPH) Professor,@RhodaWanyenze with pleasure, invites you to the blendedย PhDย defenseย of Mr. James Muleme as per details on the poster. ๐Ÿ“Dean's Conference room, @MakCHS_SOM.Register here
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Professor David Serwadda passes the baton of Chairperson Grants and Research Capacity Building Committee @MakSPH over to Dr. David Musoke. Congratulations team @DavidMusoke14 .
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
9 months
We have conducted a successful career guidance talk for our Bachelor of Environmental Health Sciences (BEHS) students at @Makerere School of Public Health, facilitated by Mr. @AbelWalekhwa, a proud alumnus of the School, Public Health Specialist & PhD student at @Cambridge_Uni.
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
9 months
A massive congratulations to all who participated in the 4th #MakRun2024, a RUN to raise funds to build a student center for learners with disabilities. @ProfNawangwe @BuyinzaMukadasi @KigoziMaggie @Thomas_Tayebwa @MagaraLorna @RhodaWanyenze . #MakRun2024
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
6 months
"Celebrating a trailblazer! Prof. Josephine Namboze, East Africa's 1st female medical doctor, pioneered reproductive health research & family planning at MakSPH. Her legacy inspires future generations! #MakSPH@70
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
10 days
We have commenced a training for interviewers, counselors and field laboratory staff for the Uganda Population-Based HIV Impact assessment (UPHIA 2024-2025). The UPHIA 2024-2025 is the Ministry of Health led national survey with technical assistance from Makerere University
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
We extend our sincere thanks to First Lady & Education and Sports Minister Hon. @JanetMuseveni for her passion and love for higher education in ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌ. We appreciate your support towards restoring our historic icon -the @Makerere Main Building! @ProfNawangwe .#MakerereAt100
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Our latest study on why children under five in Kampala'sย informal settlements are still dying despite living in close proximity to nearby health facilities. Researchers @BlasiniAmy @waiswap @phillwdru @MakerereU @CherylMoyer10 @UMichMedicine See details:
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
We are excited to host guests from the Ministry of Health of Somalia who are on a 3-day visit to @Makerere School Of Public Health @MakSPH. They were welcomed by Dean, Prof. @RhodaWanyenze and faculty led by Dr. @DavidMusoke14, John C. Ssempebwa. Welcome to ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌ! #MakerereAt100
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
10 months
This week, we successfully concluded an applied and practical Short Course in Health Informatics, held from Monday, May 27th to Wednesday, June 26th, 2024. About 20 students were awarded certificates for completing the training.
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
Congratulations to @JosephAkuze on your successful defense of your Ph.D at @LSHTM on; ๐˜”๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ด๐˜ถ๐˜ณ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ต ๐˜ฐ๐˜ง ๐˜ด๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ญ๐˜ญ๐˜ฃ๐˜ช๐˜ณ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ด ๐˜ข๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ข๐˜ต๐˜ข๐˜ญ ๐˜ฅ๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ด ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ ๐˜ด๐˜ต๐˜ข๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ๐˜ข๐˜ณ๐˜ฅ๐˜ช๐˜ป๐˜ฆ๐˜ฅ ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฑ๐˜ถ๐˜ญ๐˜ข๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ-๐˜ฃ๐˜ข๐˜ด๐˜ฆ๐˜ฅ ๐˜ด๐˜ถ๐˜ณ๐˜ท๐˜ฆ๐˜บ๐˜ด. @HannahBlencowe,@waiswap.
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
The Annual #18thMUEHSAConference kicks off tomorrow, and we can hardly contain our excitement. The organizing team is pumped and ready to go, and the patron @RFMubeezi is fully behind us. We've got a packed schedule of talks, workshops, and networking opportunities!
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
1 year
Ambassador of the Netherlands ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ to Uganda ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌ @Karin_Boven: "Four years ago, my predecessor, Ambassador @HenkJanBakker3, officiated the groundbreaking ceremony of this building. In April '22, I visited the site when it was still a work in progress." #MakSPHAuditorium
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
2 years
This morning the Women Rise study team with project partners from @UWaterloo paid a courtesy visit to Prof. @RhodaWanyenze, the Dean MakSPH, and Dr. Susan Kiwanuka, the Head of Department Health Policy Planning and Management.
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
Earlier today, Dr. Rhoda Wanyenze, Professor and Dean at Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) was recognized among 12 โ€˜women of courageโ€™ by the #USMissioninUganda in commemoration of #InternationalWomensDay2022! @USAmbUganda #BreakTheBias #IWD2022
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
5 years
Issue No.9 of our #COVID19 DIGEST is already out and find out what two researchers think about premature relaxation of strict interventions to curb the rapid spread of Coronvirus. Tips on how to take care of your livestock during the COVID-19 p[andemic #COVIDFreeUG
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
4 years
Dr. Damalie Nakanjako; a Professor of Medicine and Dean of the School of Medicine has assumed office as the new Principal of @MakerereCHS. We congratulate her on the new position. She takes over from Dr. Isaac Kajja, her Deputy who has been acting Principal.
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
3 years
MakSPH congratulates Professor Barnabas Nawangwe [@ProfNawangwe] on his reappointment as Vice Chancellor of @Makerere for the next 5 years by the Chancellor Prof. Ezra Suruma. Congratulations to the entire leadership of @Makerere, Staff, and Students! #MakerereAt100
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@MakSPH
Makerere University School of Public Health
5 months
โ„๏ธHappy Holidays from the @Makerere School of Public Health. In commemoration of #MakSPHat70, Dean @RhodaWanyenze shares heartfelt gratitude to our students, staff, alumni, and partners. Your contributions fuel our progress and inspire our shared vision for the future.
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