By Gilbert Akampa Kakurugu
ISONGIRO
In a candid and spirited address during the ongoing AMDA Caravan, Evelyn Kyomugisha, a midwife and Commissioner in the Ministry of Health, called on married men to prioritize intimacy, hygiene, and nutrition to foster stronger family ties and healthier relationships.
Speaking to a captivated audience, Kyomugisha emphasized the importance of nightly intimacy in marriage, humorously stating, “The bed should shake every night.” She linked emotional and physical connection to overall family wellbeing, even suggesting that a woman is more likely to prepare a good breakfast if the previous night was filled with affection if there was no firewood the previous day.
Kyomugisha warned against the excessive consumption of sugary drinks like kumbucha, which she claimed can lower sexual desire. Instead, she recommended natural alternatives such as cassava and banana plantain (gonja) to boost energy and vitality.
She also urged men to improve their personal hygiene, particularly oral care. “Brush your teeth including the tongue,” she stressed, adding that poor hygiene and alcohol breath can be major turn-offs for spouses. “How do you expect your wife to get the sexual urge with that stinging smell from your mouth?” she asked pointedly.
Tibeshatura Denis Salongo, a local resident, praised the session for its practical insights. “We’ve learned a lot—from how to talk to our wives and children to farming and even the bed issues that have broken many marriages,” he said. Salongo expressed gratitude to AMDA for bringing such transformative teachings to Kibona, hoping they would help families raise responsible and empowered future citizens.
The AMDA Caravan, now in its 11th year, continues to blend health education, medical services, and spiritual guidance to uplift communities. With bold conversations like these, it’s clear that the initiative is not just healing bodies—but also hearts and homes.
