JOURNALISTS URGED TO COLLABORATE IN COMBATING MPOX IN KASESE DISTRICT

"We appreciate the media's efforts in establishing stories about Mpox," said Mr. Julius Mutoro, senior Environmental Officer in Kasese District Health Office. "We urge them to always collaborate with leadership to ensure that the disease is controlled and managed."

Journalists In Kasese District Board Room 

Journalists in Kasese District have been called upon to collaborate with health officials to combat Mpox in the district. Mr. Julius Mutoro, senior Environmental Officer in Kasese District Health Office, made the call during a media engagement about controlling and managing Mpox in the district.

Mr. Julius Mutoro, Senior Environmental Officer in Kasese District Health Office

Mr. Mutoro appreciated the media's efforts in establishing stories about Mpox and urged them to always collaborate with leadership to ensure that the disease is controlled and managed. He also advised the public to avoid getting into contact with infected animals like Squirrels, rats, mice, and monkeys.

Mr. Edward Muganga, public Health specialist for the ministry of health, asked journalists to be mindful of their story angling while reporting about Mpox. He urged them to always carry out personal research to ensure that the information they share with the public is accurate and reliable.

Kyamanduma Patrick 

"We are committed to using our platforms to raise awareness about Mpox and prevent its spread," said Kyamanduma Patrick of Kasese Guide Radio. "We will work closely with health officials to ensure that the public has access to accurate and reliable information."

The collaboration between journalists and health officials is a positive step towards combating Mpox in Kasese District. With their combined efforts, they can make a difference and prevent the spread of this disease.

"We shouldn't cause public disruption by coordinating and giving necessary information," said Bernard Lubwama, Representative from the Ministry of Health. "As a district, we have established a mobile test lab and we're aiming to manage the spread of Mpox and anthrax. Let's look at each other as partners if we're to control pandemics in the area."

Bernard Lubwama, Representative from the Ministry of Health.

The success of this collaboration is a testament to the power of teamwork and collaboration. By working together, journalists and health officials can achieve great things and prevent the spread of diseases.

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Story by Evelyn Kabugho and Jonan Mumbere 

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