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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
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    Upcoming Education lung health events across the region.

    Latest News

    Lung news all over the world.

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    Evidence Brief: LIGHT’s Impact and Legacy in Uganda

    MLI Press March 16, 2026

    DOLs Snoring: Good sleep or a Healthy Alarm?

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    MLI Press March 9, 2026

    10 Years of Makerere University Lung Institute

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    MLI Press February 18, 2026

    DOLS: Unlocking the power of Clinical trials

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    MLI Press January 28, 2026

    DOLS: Advances in digital X-ray technology and role in disease screening and diagnosis.

    MLI NEWSROOM

    Lung related news all over the world.

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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?

    1_15 - Photo
    MLI Press March 9, 2026

    10 Years of Makerere University Lung Institute

    dolsfeb
    MLI Press February 18, 2026

    DOLS: Unlocking the power of Clinical trials

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    MLI Press January 28, 2026

    DOLS: Advances in digital X-ray technology and role in disease screening and diagnosis.

    MLI on Social Media

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    8 Apr

    This Month’s Day of Lung Science session explores a critical but often overlooked intersection in clinical care.

    Children with sickle cell disease frequently present with asthma-like symptoms linked to increased risk of acute chest syndrome, hospitalisation, and mortality.

    Join

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    4 Apr

    May the ressurection inspire our continued dedication. Happy Easter.
    @brucekirenga @rkalyes1 @ikimuli2020 @MORDECAI1992 @winterzie @Jackynakabira

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    2 Apr

    Thank you for attending our recent CONAT webinar on the effectiveness and safety of herbal therapies in diabetes care. We appreciate your participation and engagement.

    You can rewatch the session here: https://youtu.be/EHp-R-yP5Tk?si=IqjLNm2sPfIjBfek

    @winterzie @rkalyes1 @winterzie @STIsecretariat

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    Avatar The LIGHT Consortium @lightontb ·
    30 Mar

    🧵 New research on TB:
    📉 Increasing treatment coverage in men + addressing gendered risk factors could significantly reduce TB incidence & mortality.

    A strong case for gender-responsive TB strategies.

    🔗 https://www.nature.com/articles/s43856-026-01536-3
    #Tuberculosis #PublicHealth

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    Latest News

    Education news all over the world.

    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?

    1_15 - Photo
    MLI Press March 9, 2026

    10 Years of Makerere University Lung Institute

    dolsfeb
    MLI Press February 18, 2026

    DOLS: Unlocking the power of Clinical trials

    image
    MLI Press January 28, 2026

    DOLS: Advances in digital X-ray technology and role in disease screening and diagnosis.

    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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