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• 20^th April, 2025

Report on the Launch of the Food is Medicine Campaign

LIVER HEALTH FOUNDATION
Report on the Launch of the "Food is Medicine" Campaign
Location: Mosa Court Apartments, Rwenzori Hall, Kampala
Date: 19th April 2025

Executive Summary

On 19th April 2025 — World Liver Day — Liver Health Foundation successfully launched its Food is Medicine Campaign at Mosa Court Apartments in Rwenzori Hall, Kampala. This initiative marked a significant milestone in promoting liver health through nutritional awareness and healthy lifestyle choices. Dr. Moses Muwanga officiated the campaign on behalf of the Hon. Hanifah Kawooya, Minister for General Health Duties, and was supported by senior officials, including SCP Dr. Nuwamanya Emmanuel, Deputy Director of Police Health Services.

The campaign seeks to build public understanding of how diet influences liver function and overall well-being, and to encourage Ugandans to adopt food-based approaches to disease prevention and health management.

Event Details

Date and Time:
Tuesday, 19th April 2025 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Venue:
Mosa Court Apartments, Rwenzori Hall, Kampala

Key Attendees

• Dr. Moses Muwanga, Representative of the Minister for General Health Duties

• SCP Dr. Emmanuel Nuwamanya, Deputy Director, Police Health Services

• Dr. Alex Lwesabula, Kabaka Foundation

• Dr. Michael Nsimbi, Representative, Wakiso District Health Office

• Mr. Lutamaguzi Emanuel, Executive Director, Hepatitis Aid Organisation

• Mr. Mayanja Abdul, Executive Director, African Soul Initiative

• Mr. Mumpe Gumisiriza Geofrey, Executive Director, Bootim Technologies Ltd

• Mr. Muwonge John, Board Member, Uganda Cancer Society

• Mr. Ssali Isaac Keith, Aspiring Mayor for Nansana Division and former Deputy Mayor

• Representatives from:

  • Nanziga Parents Secondary School

  • Precious Pretty Nursery and Primary School

  • Nanziga Public School

  • Stephanie Education Centre

  • Other educational institutions

• Liver Health Foundation Team: Nurses, technical support staff, and program officers

Key Highlights

• Educational Sessions & Workshops:
  

  A series of presentations addressed food\\'s critical role in liver function and disease prevention. Participants learned how dietary choices influence liver health and were equipped with practical strategies to make better food decisions.

• Community Engagement:
  

  Interactive discussions and breakout workshops allowed students, teachers, and community leaders to share insights and personal stories related to food and health.

• Nutrition Exhibitions:
  

  Information booths showcased locally available liver-friendly foods, nutritional guides, and recipes. Attendees received educational materials emphasising affordable and sustainable dietary habits.

• Stakeholder Dialogue:
  

  Civil society organisations, schools, and local health professionals exchanged ideas on how to integrate nutrition-focused initiatives into existing health and educational frameworks.

• The event concluded with a formal call encouraging all Ugandans to incorporate healthier food choices into their daily lives. The campaign will now expand to other regions across Uganda, promoting nutrition as a tool for community-wide liver health improvement.

The Food is Medicine campaign launch served as a powerful platform to spotlight the inextricable link between nutrition and liver health. The event united health professionals, policymakers, educators, and community leaders in a shared commitment to preventive health. As the campaign scales nationally, it promises to strengthen public health by fostering a culture of informed dietary practices, ensuring that food is not only sustenance but a vital form of medicine.

Prepared by:
Communications Office
Liver Health Foundation
Date: 20th April 2025

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