UPDATE ; Pharmacists under the Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda have expressed concern over the growing number of children dying as a result of sickle cell disease across the country. According to the President of the Society Dr Jonans Tusiimire, sickle cell disease remains a

WATCH: Pharmacists warn over rising child deaths from sickle cell disease in Uganda. Dr Jonans Tusiimire says the condition affects 25,000 newborns annually and accounts for 80% of early childhood deaths. 🎥Mike Sebalu #MonitorUpdates

Breaking the Silence on Sickle Cell 🩸💚 MHS donated sickle cell testing kits at the Sickle Cell Run to support participants in knowing their status and raise awareness. Together we’re raising hope and breaking the silence. #SickleCellAwareness #MicrohaemScientifics #RaisingHope

✨ #September is #Sickle #Cell #Awareness Month ✨ But do you know what the sickle cell trait is? Let’s learn, share, and spread awareness together. 💪🏾❤️ #SickleCellAwareness #KnowYourStatus #HealthEducation #EndSickleCell #HopeForSickleCell

Join us at the #ASCAT2025 conference to explore our latest scientific insights and advancements in #Thalassemia and #SickleCell disease. Stop by Agios booth #14 to connect with the #AgiosMedical Affairs team and learn more: bit.ly/4gIwDOp

#September is a #Sickle #Cell #Awareness #Month. A month to amplify more voices and actions for the sickle cell community. Empowering students with knowledge is the first step toward a sickle cell–free generation. Let’s champion genotype screening in schools and protect the

This #SickleCellAwarenessMonth, we’re raising the awareness for newborn screening—a simple step that can transform the lives of children born with sickle cell disease. 🌱 Early screening means: 1. Detecting conditions before symptoms appear 2. Giving families knowledge and

Happening now in Lira City, Lango Sub-region — where the Minister of Health is expected to officially launch the National Initiative for Scaling Up the Prevention and Management of SCD Project.The Joint Clinical Research Centre, Uganda Uganda Sickle Cell Rescue Foundation Mental Health Focus Uganda 🇺🇬 Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero Microhaem Scientific

The Bristol Mayer Foundation, in partnership with Baylor Uganda, has today donated 200,000 newborn screening test kits and 2,000 doses of Hydroxyurea to the Ministry of Health. The donation was officially handed over to Lira Regional Referral Hospital

RHIF joins the world to commemorate World Blood Disorders Day (October 18).We pause to reflect, learn, & share strength — celebrating resilience, raising awareness, & reaffirming our commitment to better care and support for everyone living with blood disorders. GANSID

Ministry of Health- Uganda DGHS Dr. Olaro Charles has called on all stakeholders to make diagnostics accessible for all. At the NHLDS & Roche GAP Integrated Testing workshop, he urged for integration, data use & training to advance universal health coverage. linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

We’re live at Span Medicare, Kisasi for our Sickle Cell Outreach — bringing the community together for awareness, screening, and support. This step brings us closer to a healthier and stronger generation. 💪🏽 #SickleCellAwareness #RaisingHope #SpanCares #CommunityHealth

Thank you, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies The Joint Clinical Research Centre, Uganda for these great strides for SCD care in Uganda. Every conversation brings us closer to equitable healthcare. Thank you APA Insurance Ltd CIC Insurance Uganda Jubilee Insurance Uganda Case Medical Services for joining this strategic meeting. #HealthcareForall

Sickle cell disease is a genetic blood condition that affects red blood cells, making them shaped like a sickle. This leads to pain, infections, and other complications. Early testing and awareness can save lives! 💪 👉 Let’s spread knowledge, not myths. #EarlyTestingSavesLives

Counselling brings hope and understanding. Families affected by sickle cell disease need more than medicine — they need emotional support, guidance, and encouragement. We provide ounselling that helps individuals cope with pain, stress, & stigma while strengthening family bonds.