Akello Mercy Linda

Assistant Lecturer


A Public Health Specialist with a strong passion for infectious disease prevention and control. My work focuses on improving health outcomes among vulnerable and underserved populations, particularly refugees and displaced communities. Experienced in research and program implementation across areas such as maternal health, neglected tropical diseases, hepatitis B vaccination, and health systems strengthening. Linda is skilled in mixed-methods research and is committed to translating evidence into practical, community-centered solutions that inform policy and enhance equitable access to quality healthcare.

Qualifications

Master of Public Health- Makerere University (2022-2025)

Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences– Mbarara University of Science and Technology (2018-2022)

Other Trainings:

Certificate of Good Clinical Practice Massachusetts General Hospital

Certificate of conduct of Human Research Massachusetts General Hospital

Research Interests

  • Infectious disease prevention, control, and surveillance
  • Health of vulnerable populations, particularly refugees and displaced communities
  • Health systems strengthening and service readiness
  •  Community-based health interventions and health promotion
  • Sexual Reproductive Health & Rights

Publications

Suzanne Namusoke Kiwanuka1 Ajumo Mary Goretti1,&, Bernard Lubwama2, Tusiime Wilson1, Katusiime Clare1, Akello Linda Mercy1, Lutgard Musiime1, Arac Oscar1 . (2026) . Descriptive analysis of measles cases during an outbreak in Northeastern Uganda . Available at: https://afenet-journal.org/10-37432-jieph-d-25-00237/
Richard K Mugambe, John Bosco Isunju, Junior Mike Wejuli, Aisha Nalugya, Bridget Nagawa Tamale, Jovan Galiwango, Doreen Nakalembe, Mercy Linda Akello, Patience Oputan, Winnie K Kansiime, Tonny Ssekamatte . (2026) . Analysis of infection prevention and control, and water, sanitation, and hygiene in healthcare facilities in the climate-vulnerable districts of Eastern Uganda . BMC Public Health

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