The Re-Imagining TB Care initiative aims to transform when, where, and how healthcare services are accessed and delivered for Tuberculosis & its co-morbidities.
Kampala - Uganda
Joined April 2023
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The RTC team joined global partners at the Union Conference. Dr. A. Katamba from @WalimuNGO delivered an engaging presentation on RTC’s achievements and the critical role of Person-Centered Design in transforming TB services for communities. Driving innovation and collaboration.
The @StopTB team (Andrew and Andres) met with Dr. Henry Luzze, NTLP TB Program Manager, and the @WalimuNGO team led by Dr. Achilles Katamba to discuss the impact, sustainability, and next steps of the Reimagining TB Care (RTC) project. #EndTB #DigitalHealth #Uganda
The @KoicaUganda Country Director visited Kasangati HC IV, a control site, where she joined the @WalimuNGO team for a field visit and reviewed the paper-based data collection process. @MinofHealthUG @ustpnews
The @KoicaUganda Country Director joined field visits in Kyengera villages to observe how VHTs conduct household visits and assessments, and engaged directly with them on their work. @WalimuNGO @ustpnews @MinofHealthUG
Today, the @ReimaginingTB project under @WalimuNGO welcomed the @KoicaUganda Country Director to Kyengera HC III, one of our intervention sites. We’re grateful for the support in strengthening TB care in partnership with @MinofHealthUG and @ustpnews.
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A group photo at the ongoing Review of the National Strategic Plan @StopTB @MinofHealthUG
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Few days remaining for you to join this first of its kind conference where integration is not in words but action. Communicable and non communicable diseases conference in Uganda. Come experience the Pearl!
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#HappeningNow Dr Achilles Katamba of Makerere College of Health Sciences presenting a stakeholder debriefing on the End-term review of the TB and Leprosy National Strategic Plan 2020/21- 2024/25 at the NSP development workshop at Kabira Country Club in Bukoto Kampala. @GlobalFund
The Research Assistants team holds a quick debrief before heading to Bugembe for mapping and listing activities. @MinofHealthUG @WalimuNGO @StopTB @ustpnews
Day 3: Ronald from @Medic is leading an insightful session with CHWs/VHTs on Maternal & Child Health, Malaria, and Nutrition, empowering frontline workers with knowledge to transform communities through integrated services. @MinofHealthUG
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ICT Access
“Internet penetration in Uganda has grown remarkably from just 1.8 percent in 2010 to 53 percent by 2022. We have also expanded our national fibre optic backbone from 1,380 kilometres to 4,300 kilometres, making ICT access more inclusive and widespread.”-@MatiaK5
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Samuel Sekiwere @hisp_uganda and Mable Nakawooya @MinofHealthUG showcased the eCBSS system to data teams, sparking valuable discussions on enhancing its functionality and impact. @Medic @WalimuNGO @StopTB @ustpnews
Dauda Assimwe from @Genlab_ltd gave an insightful demo to the Lab team, showcasing how #LabXpert and #GenXpert software streamline lab operations and enhance efficiency. @MinofHealthUG @WalimuNGO @hisp_uganda @StopTB @ustpnews @Medic
Gloves are essential for CHWs/VHTs when working in communities to ensure safety and hygiene. A VHT demonstrated the proper way to wear and remove gloves, a simple yet vital skill for protecting both health workers and community members.@MinofHealthUG @WalimuNGO @StopTB @ustpnews
Emmanuel Ochom from @WalimuNGO guided participants through the #TB specimen request & results form. Barcode placement on sputum mugs and forms improves accuracy and tracking. @StopTB @MinofHealthUG @ustpnews @Medic @Genlab_ltd @hisp_uganda
Day 2 of the Intervention Arm training is underway! Ronald Kica from @Medic is back leading the team, starting strong with #TBScreening. Let’s go! 💪📋 @WalimuNGO @MinofHealthUG @StopTB @ustpnews @Genlab_ltd @hisp_uganda
Our Research Assistants Teams are holding a debrief meeting before heading to Walukuba for the mapping and listing exercise. Ready to hit the ground running! @WalimuNGO @MinofHealthUG @StopTB @ustpnews
Hands-on learning in action! 📱 Participants are now equipped with phones and actively exploring the eCHIS application through practical training sessions. Empowering healthcare with digital tools! @Medic @hisp_uganda @Genlab_ltd @MinofHealthUG @StopTB @ustpnews @WalimuNGO
Ronald Kica from @Medic is delivering an introduction to the eCHIS system, with a focus on user roles and hierarchical structure.@hisp_uganda @Genlab_ltd @WalimuNGO @MinofHealthUG @StopTB @ustpnews
🚀 The Technical Teams from @Medic, @hisp_uganda, and @Genlab_ltd are on the ground in Jinja, supporting the Intervention Training! They're finalizing device setups & registering participants in the eCHIS system to ensure a smooth rollout.@WalimuNGO @StopTB @MinofHealthUG
