Every mother deserves a healthy start. Ending TB among pregnant and breastfeeding women protects both mother and child. #WorldTBDay #EndTB #MaternalHealth #AtTheEquatorUG

"At the Infectious Diseases Institute, long-term partnerships are central to improving health outcomes. Working alongside the
Ministry of Health & other partners has made it possible to deliver impactful, system-based research." Andrew Kambugu reaffirmed IDI’s commitment #APTSepsis #AtTheEquatorUG

Prof. @catrionawaitt.bsky.social emphasized the importance of investing in practical, hospital-based solutions. The APT Sepsis study shows that strengthening everyday clinical practices like hand washing can significantly improve maternal outcomes. #APTSepsis #AtTheEquatorUG @seniorcymo.bsky.social

In her opening remarks, the APT Sepsis Uganda Principal Investigator Prof. @catrionawaitt.bsky.social underscored the power of time, resources, and partnerships in transforming maternal care. #APTSepsis #AtTheEquatorUG
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Sharing knowledge, saving lives!
The Active Prevention and Treatment of Maternal Sepsis (APT-Sepsis) programme team is disseminating the study findings as participants discuss ways to combat maternal sepsis. #APTSepsis #AtTheEquatorUG @catrionawaitt.bsky.social @livunihls.bsky.social

Day two of the co-creation workshop focused on developing messages that motivate families to act early and seek timely maternal sepsis treatment. In her session, Adelline noted that it is not enough to inform, we must influence action. #APTSepsis #AtTheEquatorUG @catrionawaitt.bsky.social

Peace Okwaro has emphasized why communities should care about identifying & ending maternal sepsis. From recognizing fever and infection early to understanding the importance of seeking immediate care, the session emphasized one message: 'early recognition saves lives.' #APTSepsis #AtTheEquatorUG

The #APTSepsis Uganda Study Coordinator, Peace Okwaro engages the participants in a powerful session unpacking what maternal sepsis is, the burden and why it remains a leading cause of maternal deaths, key danger signs, prevention strategies and the importance of early treatment. #AtTheEquatorUG

Language Matters, we have started the co-creation workshop by exploring maternal sepsis in the local language, Runyoro. Emphasis was also on the use of respectful language #APTSepsis #AtTheEquatorUG #LanguageMattersUG @catrionawaitt.bsky.social @seniorcymo.bsky.social

Community voices matter. The EMBED APT team is co-creating change in Hoima, working together with Village Health Teams (VHTs) to develop impactful information, education, and communication (IEC) materials on maternal sepsis. #APTSepsis #MaternalHealth #AtTheEquatorUG @catrionawaitt.bsky.social

LMI Lecture: Prof Catriona Waitt - The extraordinary world of breastmilk Part of our Presidential Lecture Programme, 186th Session LMI President 2025-6: Professor Andrew Weeks

We are really looking forward to hearing Prof Catriona Waitt on the 'Extraordinary World of Breastmilk' at Liverpool Medical Institute this Thur 27th Nov at 6-7 pm UK time.

You can join in person: eventbrite.com/e/lmi-lectur...

Or online: liverpool-ac-uk.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Jim Read presented updates on the #DOLPHIN3 study website, reminding all study sites and work pages leads that impactful communication starts with shared ownership, and that everyone has a role in generating engaging content. #AtTheEquatorUG @catrionawaitt.bsky.social @epibiostats-uct.bsky.social

The #DOLPHIN3 study Uganda site Principal Investigator Prof. @catrionawaitt.bsky.social taking participants through the importance of documentation, underlining how visual storytelling through videography strengthens research communication and knowledge sharing. #AtTheEquatorUG

Great session by Rufaro Mvududu on the #DOLPHIN3 study database, highlighting data flow, management processes, and the importance of standardization across study sites. She emphasized the importance of strengthening the study’s research outcomes. #AtTheEquatorUG @catrionawaitt.bsky.social

Insightful overview by Shadia Nakalema on the Infectious Diseases Institute's Manual of Procedure (MOP), outlining how structured procedures will support data quality, participant safety, and smooth trial operations across the Uganda study site. #DOLPHIN3 #AtTheEquatorUG @catrionawaitt.bsky.social

Siphesihle Sithole also emphasized standardized processes, staff roles, and data flow that underpin effective study implementation. #DOLPHIN3 #AtTheEquatorUG

The #DOLPHIN3 Study South Africa Coordinator, Siphesihle Mandisa Sithole, presenting an overview of the UCT Manual of Procedures (MOP) outlining key operational guidance to ensure consistency, quality, and coordination across the study site. #AtTheEquatorUG @epibiostats-uct.bsky.social

Insightful presentation by the #DOLPHIN3 study Principal Investigator Dr. Thoko Malaba on protocol amendments for Work Package 2 (Clinical Trial), outlining key updates that strengthen the study’s design, implementation, and participant safety. #AtTheEquatorUG @epibiostats-uct.bsky.social

Starting Day 2 on a high note! Prof. Catherine Orrell opened with an overview of Work Package 2 (Clinical Trial), sharing progress, challenges, and future directions for the #DOLPHIN3 study. #AtTheEquatorUG @epibiostats-uct.bsky.social @catrionawaitt.bsky.social @globalhealthedctp3.bsky.social

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Strong focus on sustainability & skills development as Prof. David Burger presented an overview of Work Package 4: Capacity Building and Training, showcasing how #DOLPHIN3 is investing in mentorship, training, and strengthening local research expertise. #AtTheEquatorUG @catrionawaitt.bsky.social

Proud moments at the #DOLPHIN3 Consortium Meeting as PhD students Sihle Sithole & Shadia Nakalema presented their proposals, reinforcing the study’s commitment to capacity building & nurturing the next generation of scientists. #AtTheEquatorUG @epibiostats-uct.bsky.social @catrionawaitt.bsky.social

Group Work and discussion - Key Informant Interviews. Three groups (Uganda, South Africa & Europe) identifying key contextual issues, research topics &potential informants for LAI-ART scale up. #DOLPHIN3 #AtTheEquatorUG @epibiostats-uct.bsky.social @catrionawaitt.bsky.social @seniorcymo.bsky.social

"Work package 1 seeks to explore patient acceptability of long-acting injectable ART (LAI-ART) during breastfeeding and as a postpartum bridging strategy to enhance adherence."- Yussif Alhassan @lstmnews.bsky.social @epibiostats-uct.bsky.social @catrionawaitt.bsky.social

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We have been working together for more than a decade and so it would was fitting to start the consortium meeting with some reflection on how far the partnership has come

Insightful first presentation by Yussif Alhassan, sharing Work Package 1 updates on protocol amendments, Uganda and South Africa FGDs, and stakeholder interviews, showcasing how community perspectives are shaping #DOLPHIN3. #AtTheEquatorUG @epibiostats-uct.bsky.social @catrionawaitt.bsky.social

Inspiring start to the #DOLPHIN3 Consortium Meeting at the @uct-fhs-research.bsky.social with opening remarks by Prof. Catherine Orrell, emphasizing partnership, innovation, and the shared goal of improving health outcomes for mothers and infants. #AtTheEquatorUG @catrionawaitt.bsky.social

In her presentation on the Maternal and Infant Lactation Pharmacokinetics (MILK) study, Prof. @catrionawaitt.bsky.social emphasized the importance advancing research to understand of safe, effective drug use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. #DutchMedicinesDays #DMD25 #AtTheEquatorUG

Our team lead, Prof. @catrionawaitt.bsky.social, shared groundbreaking insights at the Dutch Medicines Days 2025 in Amsterdam. She highlighted the importance of inclusive, evidence-based approaches to medicines research. #DMD25 #AtTheEquatorUG

TikTok - Make Your Day

The #WISHStudy team were in Gulu this week for a co-creation workshops. This is how the week unfolded. If research and the resulting evidence -based treatments are to reach everybody, we must ensure systematic barriers are dismantled.

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