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More than 100 outbreaks occur around the world daily and can spread worldwide in just 36 hours due to increased global travel. We all have a responsibility to support epidemic preparedness.
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Uganda has had:
- 0 Outbreak alerts this past week See all Outbreaks
How Prepared Is Uganda?
51
Work to Do
Uganda has work to do to prepare for the next epidemic. They are committed to improving preparedness, but an outbreak today could cause deaths and cross borders.
Uganda has finished their National Action Plan and is working on improving epidemic preparedness in one or more gap areas.
What Are Uganda's Strengths & Gaps?
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Preparedness areas that a country has established to find, stop and prevent health threats. Learn More
Emergency Response Operations
Immunization
Top Gaps
Gaps are areas that the country should prioritize to improve so they will be better prepared to find, stop and prevent epidemics. Learn More
Medical Countermeasures and Personnel Deployment
IHR Coordination, Communication and Advocacy
Linking Public Health and Security Authorities
Are Your Neighbors Ready?
See Interactive MapEpidemic preparedness is not just about your country; it’s a global issue. Right now Uganda is not ready for an epidemic. What happens when an epidemic breaks out in Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan and United Republic of Tanzania?
| Neighboring Countries | ReadyScore | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | 59 | Work to Do |
| Kenya | 50 | Work to Do |
| United Republic of Tanzania | 49 | Work to Do |
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | 35 | Not Ready |
| South Sudan | 30 | Not Ready |
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Uganda has relentlessly been battling epidemics. As all eyes are focused today on the Ebola response, it is essential to also plan for and invest in epidemic preparedness activities, to keep your community safe from the next disease outbreaks. Learn More
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