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Makerere University Lung Institute is a champion in innovative lung health research.

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MLI has an academic response to epidemics with the noble purpose of improving the health and life of those that need it the most.

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Makerere University Lung Institute is a champion in innovative lung health research that integrates disease prevention, clinical care and training in sub-Saharan Africa.

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Our services do not stop at providing excellent lung disease diagnosis and treatment but we extend support until your health is better.
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MLI in Numbers

3492
Patients Treated
127
Professionals
2489
Scientists trained
80
2023 Publications

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    Events

    Upcoming Education lung health events across the region.

    Latest News

    Lung news all over the world.

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    MLI Press August 26, 2026

    ICER Regional Open Emergency Scientific Dialogue

    MLI Press May 7, 2026

    Bridging the Gap in Asthma Care: Uganda’s Call for Urgent Action on Access to Lifesaving Inhalers

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    MLI Press April 13, 2026

    DOLS: When Asthma Meets Sickle Cell: What Every Clinician Should Know

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    MLI Press March 25, 2026

    Evidence Brief: LIGHT’s Impact and Legacy in Uganda

    MLI Press March 16, 2026

    DOLs Snoring: Good sleep or a Healthy Alarm?

    MLI NEWSROOM

    Lung related news all over the world.

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    MLI Press August 26, 2026

    ICER Regional Open Emergency Scientific Dialogue

    MLI Press May 7, 2026

    Bridging the Gap in Asthma Care: Uganda’s Call for Urgent Action on Access to Lifesaving Inhalers

    WhatsApp Image 2026-04-13 at 13.55.18
    MLI Press April 13, 2026

    DOLS: When Asthma Meets Sickle Cell: What Every Clinician Should Know

    Screenshot 2026-03-25 183413
    MLI Press March 25, 2026

    Evidence Brief: LIGHT’s Impact and Legacy in Uganda

    MLI Press March 16, 2026

    DOLs Snoring: Good sleep or a Healthy Alarm?

    MLI on Social Media

    Avatar Lung Institute, Makerere University @lung_institute ·
    10h

    As we commemorate World Lung Day 2026, we reflect on the growing demand for respiratory and lung health services. Data from the Lung Institute Clinic show a steady increase in patient visits over the past three years.

    In 2024, 10,122 Patients were seen
    In 2025, 10,732 visits

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    Avatar Lung Institute, Makerere University @lung_institute ·
    13h

    Today is #WorldLungDay. Join Dr. @katswincey and the @BusogaHealth tonight at 8:00 PM for an insightful webinar on lung health. Don't miss out on expert tips to protect your breathing.
    Register in advance:
    https://busogahealthforum-org.zoom.us/j/83797137638?pwd=pzLzWu3T6jp2I1eHo2l28QByyuBE3e.1
    @brucekirenga @ikimuli2020 @EuroRespSoc

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    Avatar Lung Institute, Makerere University @lung_institute ·
    24 Sep

    As Uganda joins the rest the world to mark World Lung Day, join the @Lung_Institute & @BusogaHealth in an insight discussion on Closing Gaps in Respiratory Care with @katswincey at 8pm on 25th September 2026

    Register in advance:
    https://busogahealthforum-org.zoom.us/j/83797137638?pwd=pzLzWu3T6jp2I1eHo2l28QByyuBE3e.1

    #WorldlungdayUG

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    Latest News

    Education news all over the world.

    icer posotr
    MLI Press August 26, 2026

    ICER Regional Open Emergency Scientific Dialogue

    MLI Press May 7, 2026

    Bridging the Gap in Asthma Care: Uganda’s Call for Urgent Action on Access to Lifesaving Inhalers

    WhatsApp Image 2026-04-13 at 13.55.18
    MLI Press April 13, 2026

    DOLS: When Asthma Meets Sickle Cell: What Every Clinician Should Know

    Screenshot 2026-03-25 183413
    MLI Press March 25, 2026

    Evidence Brief: LIGHT’s Impact and Legacy in Uganda

    MLI Press March 16, 2026

    DOLs Snoring: Good sleep or a Healthy Alarm?

    What People Say

    How people talk about MLI and the lives we have impacted.

    Dr. Robert Kalyesubula

    MD, PhD

    “ Thank you @Lung_Institute for getting us such sessions and for your collaboration with @ACCESS_UG  in Nakaseke where some of these phenotypes have been characterized.”

    Dr. Baluku

    MD

    “ Great work, Thanks to the PI @brucekirenga  and the whole team @Lung_Institute!”

    Nareeba Mark

    M.D

    “ Great work, Thanks to the PI @brucekirenga  and the whole team @Lung_Institute!”

    Dr. Sabrina Kitaka

    Senior Pediatrician

    “ Lungs and children are a big deal, 3 out of 10 clients at the @Lung_Institute are children. Prof Bruce Kirenga @brucekirenga ”

    Seth Berkley

    CEO of @Gavi

    “ Great to spend some time with @brucekirenga, the PI for the Uganda clinical trial for the Ebola Sudan vaccines. Teams are finishing training, protocols are being finalized with an expectation that they will be ready to start shortly pending receipt of vaccine. We are here to help ”

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