Bsc., MD, MPH Cancer Epidemiology | Health Inequalities Research | Clinical Trials | Past Scholar @EandM_UoM @MakCHS_SOM Research Program Manager @UCCF_Official
Kampala, Uganda
Joined December 2015
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Open access datasets shared by the @DHSprogram have provided invaluable evidence on the impact of interventions implemented in LMICs.
I use the data to understand the socio-economic #inequalities in cancer screening coverage.
@NCIGlobalHealth @NCICRCHD @Intercancer @ASCO @AACR
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From banking and medicine to law, journalism and global cancer research, the @UCCF_Official has assembled a distinguished board united by one mission: ensuring that no child loses their chance of survival because their family cannot afford cancer treatment.
Ahead of its 7 November 2026 Fundraising Dinner at Sheraton Kampala Hotel, UCCF is calling on businesses and individuals to become Guardian Angels for children battling cancer.
Meet the people behind the mission:
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Are you thinking about applying to graduate school to study viruses? Check out our ASV365 webinar on preparing grad school applications!
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This week in The Science of Childhood Cancer virtual lecture series, Tara Henderson, MD, MPH, FASCO, @YaleMed, will discuss survivorship science and strategies to improve lifelong outcomes for pediatric patients.
Join us for this week’s lecture: bit.ly/4hkFOHz
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Congratulations UCI on this partnership.
Happening now at 4points by Sheraton, UCI and Pfizer launch the Accord for a Healthier Cancer care collaboration in Uganda .The UCI Executive Director @JacksonOrem noted that Cancer remains the hardest disease to handle but applauds Gov’t for its innovative policies.
#CancerCare
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Happening now at 4points by Sheraton, UCI and Pfizer launch the Accord for a Healthier Cancer care collaboration in Uganda .The UCI Executive Director @JacksonOrem noted that Cancer remains the hardest disease to handle but applauds Gov’t for its innovative policies.
#CancerCare
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📽️ Uganda Cancer Institute has presented an AI-powered patient follow-up technology at the Cancer Congress in Hong Kong, aimed at improving the monitoring of cancer patients.
The technology is designed to support healthcare teams in tracking patients and strengthening follow-up care during and after cancer treatment.
#NewsInBytes #VisionUpdates
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Today, we released the annual AACR #CancerProgressReport, which highlights advances in cancer science and medicine that are transforming the lives of cancer patients. We call on Congress to invest in the research that makes these advances possible. brnw.ch/21x5K79
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Great doctor and very important research that he is leading here in Uganda.
Ahead of #WorldCancerResearchDay, see how Conquer Cancer donors are "Advancing Cancer Research Together" by supporting international innovators like Dr. Anthony Kayiira in Uganda. Learn more: bit.ly/4h9oHXw
#WCRD2026 #ConquerCancer
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Oncology care is about more than medicine; it’s about ensuring access.
Dr. Juliet Lumati’s research focus is preventing patients with cancer from having to choose between their health and their financial survival. Read her researcher spotlight: bit.ly/4AgRiCU
@JulietOkoroh
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"The Life. Reimagined. platform seeks to challenge the perception of cancer as solely a story of fear and uncertainty, instead highlighting courage, resilience and possibilities throughout the cancer journey."
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#UgandaCancerInstitute #LifeReimagined
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Cancer's impact knows no borders. Conquer Cancer has supported researchers in over 102 countries—representing about 52% of countries worldwide. Learn more at conquer.org.
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🎗️💛 Service, hope and compassion in action. 💛🎗️
Cityzens visited the Children’s Cancer Centre @UCCF_Official and handed over UGX 3 million in support of September Gold. We stand with every child and family facing cancer.
#RotaryKampalaCity #RotaryEyamba #RotaryKonyo
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🎗️💛 This September, we show up with hope, compassion and love. 💛🎗️
Cityzens, let’s stand with children bravely facing cancer and the families walking beside them. A small gesture of care can mean so much.
#RotaryKampalaCity #RotaryEyamba #RotaryKonyo
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Join us on 9/1 for this 60-minute webinar highlighting a CAP Foundation-funded project focused on strengthening pathology services in Uganda 👉foundation.cap.org/webinar/e…
Since June 2026, I have no new updates on my national ID application, "Still in process." 🥹
Below is the SMS:
Dear XX , your application 53601857841297 for Renewal Of Card has been completed on 26 Jun 2025 at 9:41AM. Thank you."
"This request is under processing.
Thank You"
In Christianity, Sundays are either for resting or offering service to God.
We chose to offer our services to the children of God.
📍Lubiri-Mengo for #PEWOSA2026
Since June 2026, I have no new updates on my national ID application, "Still in process." 🥹
Below is the SMS:
Dear XX , your application 53601857841297 for Renewal Of Card has been completed on 26 Jun 2025 at 9:41AM. Thank you."
"This request is under processing.
Thank You"
All services NIRA. #BirthCertificateUg will be issued on spot. NINs (for children) a few days after registration.
Look out for our stall.
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Representing Uganda on the Global Stage in Childhood Cancer Survivorship
We are proud to share that two members of our team, Dr. Derrick Bary Abila Derrick (@BaryDerrick ), Head of Research Program, and Ms. Priscilla Nambalirwa (@NambalirwaP), recently represented the Uganda Child Cancer Foundation (UCCF) at the 5th International Symposium on Late Complications after Childhood Cancer (ISLCCC), held in Genoa, Italy, on June 4–6, 2026, at the Porto Antico venue.
Alongside world-leading experts in childhood cancer survivorship, our team presented the work UCCF is doing right here in Uganda ensuring that children who survive cancer go on to live full, healthy, and dignified lives.
We are especially delighted to celebrate Ms. Nambalirwa Priscilla, who was awarded the Certificate for Best Oral Presentation at the symposium. 🏆
This recognition is a testament to the quality of research and advocacy being carried out in Uganda and a reminder that African voices and African data belong at every global table.
Congratulations, Priscilla, you have made UCCF and Uganda proud.
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We are very happy with our 3C club in Arua Mvara Secondary School who have planted educational materials in the school compound cancer educational materials.
This is important in building a young generation that is knowledgeable about Cancer.
This activity was spearheaded by the Head teacher of the school.
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To every child courageously fighting cancer, today was for you.
We thank Uganda Child Cancer Foundation, our fellow sponsors, partners, volunteers, and every participant who turned up to make this event impactful and memorable.
Carrefour Uganda is proud to stand with you in the fight against childhood cancer.
