The #WISHStudy team has been exploring access to health services for women with disabilities in the Kampala metropolitan area. The research team gathered insights to improve health outcomes & promote inclusivity. Together, we can make a difference. #AtTheEquatorUG @CatrionaWaitt

Registration is open for #DigitalHealthAfrica2025: https://t.co/CLRZN6nBD5 Postdoctoral pharmacokinetic modeller @fwojara explains why this is a unique conference bringing together different sites to discuss digital advances as applied to maternal & child health. #AtTheEquatorUG

It is really important for a team to take time for strategic thinking and prioritisation, and the #MILK #AtTheEquator team are reflecting on our recent SWOT analysis. We will leave with specific action points for the next quarter.

The Women's Inclusive Services for Health (WISH) study protocol training. The participants include the study team and representatives from the @IDIMakerere regulatory and monitory units #WISH #AtTheEquatorUG

@CatrionaWaitt @abimerriel @akambugu @SeniorCymo @SemakulaRitah @JacquelineKyey1 @stonekamoga @Jo_ClinPharmcst @NUDIPU @DisabMediaUG @MagoolaJohnson The #WISHStudy coordinator Ritah Nakijoba shares the study background and the objectives of the protocol training emphasizing that the study will help identify the physical, communication, & attitudinal barriers that prevent women with disabilities from accessing health services.

In her opening remarks, Prof @CatrionaWaitt the #WISH study Principal Investigator noted that the study will help fill knowledge gaps on the health needs and experiences of women with disabilities, informing future research and policy initiatives.

This International Women's Day, let us #AccelerateAction towards equity, inclusion and empowerment of all women. Together, we can create a future where every woman's voice is heard and valued. #IWD2025 #AtTheEquatorUG Video 👇 https://t.co/DOk3GQqnUw

#LanguageMatters and so we explored the use of simple, clear, accurate, respectful terminology to use in research among pregnant and breastfeeding women in 6 Ugandan languages, using a participatory approach. Full paper here: https://t.co/nUYI0S74ZV Funding @LivUniEngageHLS

Misusing antibiotics puts every one at risk, use antibiotics ONLY when prescribed, Together, we can curb#AMR and save millions of lives! #@MILK study @At_The_EQUATOR

Happening now at IDI Mulago as the the lead investigator of the MILK studies Prof Catriona giving a talk on medication management and ethical considerations in pregnancy and breastfeeding to Nurses from different healthcare sites. # @At TheEquator #@MILK studies

It was crucial to tackle misinformation among breastfeeding women at Kawaala health center IV regarding Medicine storage, practices, self prescribing and using old medicines. Women are eager to learn but often don't ask healthcare providers the essential questions. #AtThe Equator

Absolutely, the small discrepancies in recorded times can lead to substantial errors.

Congratulations proud parent, we are proud of you too.

Exciting to see this publication that demonstrates the MILK team's commitment to Inclusive research .

Prof. Kalyesubula embodies brilliance and humility, defining true greatness in academia. He is a beacon of achievement, dedicated to identifying and mentoring the next generation of skilled doctors. I love you so much Proffesor. 🙏 To many years of impactful service 🙏🙏🙏📚📚

It was an amazing team with fruitful ideas!

It's world mental health day! I hear & read a lot about challenges to mental health in academia. One thing that helps enormously is a strong team of trusted colleagues, and a culture where we can be open and trust one another as we face challenges. Recent #AtTheEquatorUG photo

Just finished a health education session at Komamboga Health center IV! Breastfeeding women were incredibly eager to learn about safe medicine use. They emphasized the need for ongoing education on good medication practices #MILK study #AtThe Equator

"In capacity development, our goal is to develop, implement, and sustain. We need to build sustainable capacity by equipping our teams with hard and soft skills to harness their environment through research." - Dr. @BarbaraCasteln1 at the 5th #IDIScienceFair #OneIDI

"The future of health research lies in Africa, with its rich resources & biodiversity. Research is at the core of this movement. Institutions like IDI & @Makerere must nurture a strong research culture," said Dr. @akambugu in his closing remarks at the 5th #IDIScienceFair