“No Woman Should Succumb to Cervical Cancer” – UGHE Student Yvette on a Quest to Prevent Unnecessary Deaths
Cervical and Breast cancer is preventable yet it’s among the prevalent types of cancer impacting women globally, mostly in low-and middle-income countries underscoring the significance of screening and early detection – even for apparently healthy women. Dr. Yvette Nkurunziza was an intern medical doctor when she found herself confronting the harsh reality of late-stage cancer […]
Dean Abebe Bekele Receives CUGH’s Distinguished Leadership Award
In a momentous occasion, Professor Abebe Bekele, the Dean of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences at UGHE, was recently honored with the prestigious 2024 Consortium of Universities for Global Health’s Distinguished Leadership Award. This recognition underscores Dean Abebe’s exceptional contributions and impact on global health outcomes worldwide. The award ceremony, held on March […]
UGHE Celebrates International Women’s Day 2024: Investing in Women, Accelerating Progress
International Women’s Day on March 8 is a global celebration of women’s achievements, resilience, and contributions to humanity. This year’s theme ‘Invest in women: Accelerate progress’ was the focus of the day, emphasizing connection between women empowerment and gender equity. UGHE celebrated the day by shedding light on these essential aspects and empowering women within […]
