Open Heart POBIC Uganda

05/10/2026

What if your heart was trying to tell you something? 🚨❤️

Chest discomfort, shortness of breath, dizziness and unusual tiredness can sometimes be warning signs of a heart problem. They shouldn’t be ignored, especially when they are new, severe or unexplained.

Know the signs. Pay attention to your body. And when something doesn’t feel right, seek medical attention.

Join the Uganda Heart Institute for World Heart Day 2026 and learn more about heart health, prevention and caring for your heart.

📅 Friday, 6 November 2026
📍 Kololo Independence Grounds

❤️ Don’t ignore the signs. Don’t Miss a Beat.

22/09/2026

The Uganda Heart Institute faces a critical shortage of cardiologists, with only about 50 specialists available against an estimated need of 500. This significant gap places pressure on the delivery of specialised cardiac care, including life-saving open-heart surgery.

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08/09/2026

Fact: Rheumatic heart disease starts with a simple strep throat but if untreated, it can permanently damage heart valves, mostly in children and young adults.

Tune in this Wednesday, 9th September 2026, at 8:00 pm LIVE on Namirembe FM, as Ms. Kitoleeko Samalie (Senior Nursing Officer, Uganda Heart Institute) breaks down the causes, warning signs, and prevention of rheumatic heart disease.

04/09/2026

27/08/2026

POBIC Uganda mourns with the people of Tooro Kingdom following the passing of His Majesty Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukiidi IV.

It is with profound sadness that we join the people of Tooro in grieving this great loss. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Tooro, and all those who mourn the passing of His Majesty.

May his legacy continue to live on, and may the people of Tooro find strength and comfort during this difficult time.

May His Majesty’s soul rest in eternal peace. 🕊️

24/08/2026

Please Help This Little Boy ❤️

This precious child lost his mother immediately after birth and now depends on the kindness of others for his basic needs.

He urgently needs nutritious milk, clothing, diapers, hygiene supplies, and medical care.

No amount is too small. Your support—or simply sharing this post—can make a real difference in his life.

Please help us give him the care and hope he deserves. 🙏❤️

To support contact: [email protected]

24/08/2026

High blood pressure during pregnancy can put both mother and baby at risk. ❤️

Keep every antenatal visit, check your blood pressure, and seek care early. Protect two hearts by knowing your numbers.

27/02/2026

Let's pray for Jeremiah from Mbale. He will soon undergo open heart surgery at Gaslini Children's Hospital in Italy. Thanks to pobic.ong

Jeremiah ha 11 anni e convive dalla nascita con una cardiopatia congenita che avrebbe richiesto un intervento molto tempo fa, nei suoi primi anni di vita.

Due settimane fa lo abbiamo accolto all’aeroporto di Linate. Quando lo abbiamo incontrato, le sue condizioni erano gravissime e ci hanno subito preoccupato.
Per questo è stato trasferito con urgenza all’Ospedale Gaslini di Genova, dove è stato preso in carico e ricoverato. La situazione resta delicata, ma oggi Jeremiah è finalmente seguito da un’équipe esperta.

POBIC sarà al suo fianco in ogni fase del percorso, accompagnandolo nelle visite pre-operatorie e dopo l’intervento, con la cura che questo momento richiede.

Un grazie sentito allo staff dell’Aeroporto di Linate: la loro tempestività e collaborazione hanno permesso di velocizzare il trasferimento di Jeremiah, contribuendo in modo determinante a salvarne la vita.