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Uganda Heart Institute

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Uganda Heart Institute

@HeartUganda

UHI is a national referral hospital for the management of cardiovascular diseases in Uganda.

Kampala, Uganda

Joined October 2017

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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Oct 8, 2025
“DON’T MISS A BEAT”; Let us all Act early and consistently, so that no warning sign, no appointment, and no opportunity for prevention is missed. Every check-up kept, every medication taken on time, every healthy choice made helps us keep the “Beat💓” going strong.
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
May 6, 2025
Meet 4-year-old Gwokyala Hamidah, who arrived for the PDA surgery with her courageous grandmother. With no transport funds, her grandmother hitchhiked on a sugarcane truck from Kayunga to @JinjaRRH where the @HeartUganda team is conducting a free closed heart surgery camp this
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Jul 25, 2023
Our own Dr. Miriam Nalule @milz61 has been awarded a full one-year scholarship for Paediatric Cardiac Surgery in Italy, thanks to our new partnership with @missionbambini . We are proud of this accomplishment and we anticipate more training opportunities in the future..
Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Jul 25, 2023
Replying to @HeartUganda @missionbambini and @MinofHealthUG
Italy is privileged to collaborate with the Ugandan government in promoting several health programs through UHI; providing scholarships to doctors for further studies in specialized departments in the cardiovascular system. - H.E Mario Savona, Italian deputy ambassador to Uganda
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Feb 24, 2025
🚨 First closed heart surgical procedure is already underway! 💙 @HeartUganda team is currently carrying out a PDA closure, marking the start of another life-saving week at 🏥 Lira Regional Referral Hospital
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Apr 23, 2023
Join us for an informative Twitter Space on hypertension management with Dr. Lugero Charles, an adult cardiologist at Uganda Heart Institute! 🫀👨‍⚕️ Tune in tomorrow, Monday, April 24th at 7pm to learn more about managing high blood pressure. #UgandaHeartInstitute
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Jun 19, 2024
@HeartUganda successfully completes 8 Closed Heart surgeries at the @JinjaRRH
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Oct 3, 2023
"This today is a big milestone. Our (@MbararaHospital) dream now is to have Mbarara Heart Institute. We'll get there one day." - Dr. Celestine Barigye, Hospital Director puts as @HeartUganda Begins Heart Surgeries at @MbararaHospital Follow the Live youtube.com/live/USG3zXgZZ…
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Feb 3, 2025
🚨Big news!🚨 🏗️ We’re honored to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for the new home of cardiac care in Uganda! This marks a major milestone in advancing heart health and bringing world-class cardiovascular care closer to the people. Join us as we stream the ceremony live
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Feb 9, 2025
Being in a loving relationship has been associated with lower blood pressure levels.😌 Healthy relationships provide emotional support, which can contribute to better cardiovascular health. 😍 Don't forget to share love , you don't know whose cardiovascular health you are
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Feb 4, 2025
Happening Now. Dr. Omagino O. O. John, "With 10 floors, 250 beds (40 ICU), 3 operating theaters, & 2 catheterization labs, the new UHI hospital will provide world-class cardiovascular care. This project ensures affordable treatment, specialized training & reduced referrals
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
May 6, 2025
Meet 4-year-old Gwokyalya Hamidah, who arrived for the PDA surgery with her courageous grandmother. With no transport funds, her grandmother hitchhiked on a sugarcane truck from Kayunga to @JinjaRRH where the @HeartUganda team is conducting a free closed heart surgery camp this
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
May 17, 2023
🌍 World Hypertension Day 🩺: Check Your Pressure, Nourish Your Heart ❤️🥦 🚦 Don't ignore the red flags! Take control of your health on this World Hypertension Day. 👀💪 📈 Check your blood pressure regularly, it's a vital step towards a healthier you! 🩺⏰ 🍽️ Remember, your
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Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Oct 18, 2021
As we kickstart the new week, remember to keep your body healthy by exercising. #UseHeartToConnect
Uganda Heart Institute
@HeartUganda
Dec 16, 2024
Exciting news! 🎉 We've acquired the Siemens Artis Q Cath Lab, set to revolutionize cardiac care and treat over 10,000 heart patients. Stay tuned for the launch! ❤️ #UgandaHeartInstitute #hearthealth
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