Dr. Doreen Okong: If an emergency condition is not managed, it can lead to death or disability. You need someone skilled to offer this kind of care. The African continent contributes 3% of skilled care professionals in emergency care. #EASymposiumandExpo25

The official press briefing for the East African Symposium and Expo on Trauma, Injury, Disability, and Emergency Care is ongoing in preparation for the 2 days event that will happen from the 7th to the 8th of August at Makerere University. #EASymposiumandExpo25

“We need to find solutions for our local problems, particularly injuries and trauma, that drain a significant portion of our budget on treatment and care.” - Dr. Doreen #EASymposiumandExpo25

Mariana Agaba said that this is their second time participating in the symposium as Trauma, Injury and Disability Unit .She added that they hope to deepen community involvement in injury prevention by building on existing knowledge through research presentations and the public expo.

"In rural areas, around 9.4% of people are admitted to hospitals due to trauma, which stems from various aspects, such as domestic violence and accidents." - Dr. Achong Emmanuel from City Ambulance #EASymposiumandExpo25

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My take-home from the presser: "If you had an accident today, who would work on you? Would they be trained or not?" - DR. Joseph Kalanzi AAPU Trauma, Injury and Disability Unit Kampala Symposium on Trauma, Injuries & EM #EASymposiumandExpo25

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Attending the #EASymposiumandExpo25 tomorrow. Towards preventing the big killers - injuries. Trauma, Injury and Disability Unit Makerere University School of Public Health

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Dr. Bayiga urges the audience not to overlook elderly populations when discussing injury prevention. “For many older adults, everyday movement is risky. Homes with uneven flooring, poorly built bathrooms, or uncovered holes pose real danger. #EASymposiumandExpo25

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Dr. Fatuma stated that utilizing a burn first aid manual in the community has proven to be motivating, as it guides individuals to take correct action when treating burn cases. However, she noted that despite training efforts, some community members continue to believe in myths

The government's voice in conversations like these affirms a unified language in injury response and prevention. Thank you, Dr. John Baptist Waniaye, Commissioner for Emergency Care Services at the Ministry of Health- Uganda for speaking with commitment.

“From traditional methods like pouring urine on burns to evidence-based care, Dr. Charles Ssemugabo highlights that research has been pivotal in shifting community practices.” Shared during the #easymposiumandexpo25 panel, on Uganda’s First Response Burns Care Training Manual. A

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