HIV remains a critical public health challenge in Eastern Uganda. NARIDE's HIV programme — implemented with TASO Uganda — focuses on preventing mother-to-child HIV transmission, strengthening community health systems, and preparing communities to effectively respond to communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Activity Objective
To prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV and improve health-seeking behaviour in Mbale City — in partnership with TASO Uganda under the UDHA project (2024–2025).
Key Interventions
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Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV in Mbale City communities.
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Support for health facilities to prevent HIV transmission and improve care quality.
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Community empowerment on health-seeking behaviours and adherence to ARV therapy.
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Health improvement planning with communities to prepare for disease outbreaks.
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Engaging communities in integrated health outreach services.
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Training peer educators and Village Health Teams on HIV prevention and care.
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Linking HIV programmes to nutrition and reproductive health activities.