The Department of Medicine at Makerere University, in collaboration with the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) and Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI), invites you to an insightful Grand Round session titled “Unmasking Mpox; A Re-emerging Threat in Global Health.”
This session aims to provide critical insights into Mpox, its immunology, current diagnostics, prevention, and Uganda’s readiness to handle this re-emerging health threat.
Keynote Speakers:
- Case Presentation: Dr. Isaac Turyasingura, SHO III-Internal Medicine
- Immunology of Mpox: Dr. Misaki Wayengera, Lecturer-Immunology and Molecular Biology
- Statistics/Uganda’s readiness to handle Mpox: Mr. Atek Kagirita, Assistant Commissioner PHL-MOH
- Mulago Scope of Mpox Diagnostics: Mr. Innocent Tumwebaze, Principal Technician, Med. Dept
- Case Management of Mpox: Dr. Chris Nsereko, Physician-Entebbe RRH Isolation Centre
- Infection Prevention and Control: Sr. Bernadette Namugema, IPC Focal person-Mulago NRH
- Current Vaccines: Dr. Keith Kakame, Physician-Makerere Lung Institute
- Current Lab Testing, Status of Mpox and Trends in the Country: Prof. Pontiano Kaleebu, Executive Director, UVRI
Session Chair:
Prof. Pauline Byakika, Head of Department – Internal Medicine, Makerere University.
Event Details:
- Date: 24th September 2024
- Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM EAT
- Venue: Davies Lecture Theatre, Makerere University
- Virtual Access: Zoom Meeting
ID: 918 2582 3736
Passcode: k5RhUy
Additional Information:
- CPD Points: Continuous Professional Development (CPD) points will be awarded.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed on a critical global health issue! Be part of the discussion on Mpox, its impact, and Uganda’s preparedness.
