Uganda: Health Ministry Urges Ugandans to Learn Basic Emergency Response Skills
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Health has commended Jefrat Health Hub Ltd for promoting public awareness and basic emergency response skills as part of efforts to strengthen emergency medical services in Uganda.
The Uganda Ministry of Health has commended Jefrat Health Hub Ltd for its efforts to enhance public awareness and basic emergency response skills. Dr. John Baptist Waniaye Nambohe, Commissioner for Emergency Medical Services, announced the launch of a community emergency medical awareness campaign in partnership with emergency response stakeholders.
The initiative aims to equip Ugandans with essential knowledge on how to react to emergencies like road accidents and fires before professional medical help arrives. The campaign has already been held in various markets and public spaces, targeting densely populated areas. Commissioner Nambohe emphasized the importance of safety and discipline as the campaign expands, urging the public to acquire basic emergency response skills.
He also suggested establishing a National EMS Hour to raise awareness about emergency medical services. Jefrat Health Hub CEO, Jeremiah Kirungi, expressed the campaign's goal to help communities prevent emergencies and respond effectively when they occur. The initiative is supported by organizations such as the Uganda Red Cross Society.
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