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Autism Spectrum Disorder ( Neurodiversity).
At FAST Uganda, we recognize the unique strengths and needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and embrace neurodiversity as...
Isaac Ojok
Oct 121 min read
Comprehensive audiology and speech rehabilitation services in northern Uganda.
In the heart of Gulu, Uganda, FAST Uganda stands as a beacon of hope for individuals and families facing hearing and speech challenges....
Isaac Ojok
Oct 112 min read
Dysphagia Management in Uganda: Using Sim Sim Paste (Odii) as a Local Thickener for Safer Swallowing
Managing dysphagia in Uganda can be both effective and culturally meaningful by using locally available ingredients like sim sim paste, known as “odii” in Acoli, as a natural thickener. Odii not only improves the texture of foods, making them easier and safer to swallow, but also allows families to maintain traditional flavors and familiar meals. This simple modification is especially valuable for individuals with silent aspiration, where food or liquid enters the airway with
Isaac Ojok
Oct 111 min read


Supporting Refugees in Uganda: The Vital Role of FAST in Speech and Audiology Services
Understanding the Refugee Crisis in Northern Uganda When South Sudan gained independence in 2011, hope filled the air. However, that hope...
Isaac Ojok
May 123 min read


Silent Struggles: Tackling Malnutrition and Dysphagia in Ugandan Children with Cerebral Palsy
A child with cerebral palsy undergoes a feeding and swallowing assessment by a specialist in dysphagia management from the FAST clinic....
Isaac Ojok
Apr 303 min read


Restoring Sound and Smiles: How FAST’s School-Based Audiology Services Are Transforming Lives
A student receives professional ear cleaning from a specialist on the FAST medical team, following a comprehensive ear examination. In...
Isaac Ojok
Apr 292 min read


Hope and Healing: Speech Therapy in the Heart of Northern Uganda
A focused session at Faith Audiology & Speech Therapy Clinic in Gulu, where a neurodiverse child interacts with a speech therapist in an...
Isaac Ojok
Apr 292 min read
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