JUST IN: Transforming Pediatric TB Diagnosis in Uganda: National TB Reference Laboratory Leads National Rollout of Simple One-Step Stool Processing technique in order to Improve pediatric TB case finding . jsi.com/resource/tifa-…

In #Uganda, 36% of children with TB went undiagnosed & unreported in 2021. To tackle this, the NTLP & National TB Reference Laboratory received TIFA Project funding to improve pediatric TB case finding using a simple one-step stool-based TB processing method. Read more: jsi.com/resource/tifa-…

Prof. Moses Joloba, MD National TB Reference Laboratory, was honored for his contributions to Uganda's lab sector by Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga, 1st Deputy PM,Minister for EAfrica Affairs, @UNHLDS while launching the "Regional Integrated Laboratory Systems Strengthening Project" funded by The Global Fund.

National TB Reference Laboratory IT experts showcase an innovative pacemaker connectivity solution that bridges labs, clinicians, and patients. This breakthrough provides instant access to diagnostics results from testing machines across Uganda, slashing results turnaround times real-time access.

Ongoing Training: National TB Reference Laboratory hosts trainees from Zambia, Seychelles, Malawi, Tanzania, Mozambique, and Eswatini for SAS CoV-PT preparation. Check out our services: srlugpt.com elearning-ntrl.com ntrl.or.ug

NHLDS congratulates it's Quality Assurance Director Mr. Patrick Ogwok Agwa for his selection as the interim Chairperson of the Africa Network for External Quality Assurance Providers. Ministry of Health- Uganda ASLM WHO Uganda Africa CDC The Global Fund CDC Global Health

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Happy Womens Day to the TB fighters. #MOH #NTLP #TBclinic #MDR_TB_Clinics #NRH #RRH #HC_IV,III,II #Healthworkers TOGETHER WE CAN END TB

Quality lab diagnostics save lives. On this year's #WorldTBDay, NHLDS through its supranational reference lab National TB Reference Laboratory reaffirms its commitment to combating TB through accurate testing & surveillance. Ministry of Health- Uganda Africa CDC WHO Uganda

National TB Reference Laboratory is globally recognized. Accredited by SANAS for TB & Molecular TB testing (ISO 15189, 2013). Further accreditation for Proficiency Testing (ISO/IEC 17043, 2018). Training programs accredited by IACET (2020). Ministry of Health- Uganda Africa CDC WHO Uganda

"Tuberculosis is preventable and curable. It's time to take action! 🛑💨 #WeCanEndTB by committing, investing, and delivering solutions for a TB-free world. Let’s unite to make a difference!" #providing_quality_diagnostics_forall #EndTB #HealthForAll ntrl.or.ug

National TB Reference Laboratory & ECSA-HC launch the 1st AFRO SRL Network Meeting in Cotonou, Benin under the ILSS project, funded by The Global Fund to strengthen the AFRO SRL network by advancing resource mobilization, an operational plan, social mobilization, & a regional framework. #GlobalHealth #WHO

Iraq is home to one of the region’s highest TB burdens. Abdul is a Directly Observed Therapy (DOT) worker bringing treatments, support and care to the homes of people living with TB. Abdul has seen firsthand how innovative screening and diagnostic tools are transforming the fight

Oath of Allegiance Four ECSA-HC staff reaffirmed their commitment to integrity, excellence, and service to the region. Together, we continue working to strengthen health systems across our member states. 💼🌍 #ECSAHC #Leadership #HealthForAll

"To our devoted Muslim foot soldiers in the fight to end TB, thank you for your unwavering commitment to providing quality diagnostics and patient care, especially during Ramadan. May this Eid bring peace, joy, and blessings to you and your families. Eid Mubarak!"

Meet Dr. Snehal Bhagat, Asia Pacific Regional Manager at @globalTBcaucus. “I’m working to end TB through advocacy with parliamentarians in Asia-Pacific…collaborating with advocates strengthens our fight.” Dr. Bhagat is part of the The Global Fund partnership, driving progress to

ECSA-HC supported the inaugural meeting of the Tuberculosis Supra-National Reference Laboratories (SRLs) Network in Africa! 🌍 SRLs from 🇺🇬 Uganda, 🇧🇯 Benin, 🇩🇿 Algeria; candidates from 🇲🇿 Mozambique & 🇷🇼 Rwanda; CoEs from 🇪🇹 Ethiopia & 🇳🇬 Nigeria; CSOs, World Health Organization (WHO), The Global Fund, &

➡️ APPLY NOW: The Continental Bioinformatics Training! Public health practitioners from African Union Member States—this is your chance to gain cutting-edge expertise in bioinformatics analysis, pathogen surveillance, and data-driven decision-making. Be part of Africa’s

🫁 Let’s talk lung function! Join us on April 23, 2025 (3–4PM EAT) for a deep dive into Mixed Ventilatory Defects with Prof. Bruce Kirenga Dr. Adrian Mwota Mwota Adrian Nampogo moderated by Dr. Patricia Alupo 👉 Register here: t.ly/kZhUN #MLIat10 Winters Muttamba Themba 🇺🇬🇷🇼 Makerere University College of Health Sciences

NHLDS hosts Africa’s First Genomics-Based Wastewater Surveillance Training. The training brings together lab scientists & public health experts from ten African countries to strengthen disease surveillance systems through innovative, non-invasive wastewater testing.