Soroti districtSoroti health officials warn over low uptake of final malaria vaccine dose· 1 min read
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________________Health authorities in Soroti city and Soroti district have raised concern over the low uptake of the fourth and final dose of the malaria vaccine, warning that many children are missing out on the booster required for full protection against the disease.The fourth dose is administered when a child reaches 18 months of age. However, health officials say a significant number of caregivers fail to return to health facilities after completing the earlier doses in the immunisation schedule.Soroti city…
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The Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Napak District ,Mr Odongo Milton has warned government officials in the district to stop neglecting their duties and instead focus on improving service delivery.
The RDC made the remarks on Friday, July 3, during a monitoring exercise organized by the Karamoja Anti-Corruption Coalition (KACC). The exercise covered Nakicumet Health Centre II in Matany Sub County and Lorengechora Primary School.
At Nakicumet Health Centre II, the monitoring team identified several challenges, including a shortage of essential drugs, inadequate medical staff, lack of a maternity ward, and absence of a staff pit latrine.
At Lorengechora Primary School, the team observed a shortage of teachers and overcrowding of pupils, which is affecting the quality of education.
The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of Napak District, Mr. Abia Robert, noted that the district plans to address the issue of staff accommodation to improve service delivery.
The RDC also pledged to investigate why drugs at health facilities are depleted so quickly.
How other sources reported it
Watchdog Uganda also reported on the story, highlighting that the resident district commissioner (rdc) for napak district ,mr odongo milton has warned government officials in the district to stop neglecting their duties and instead focus on improving service delivery.
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