Tackle Sickle Cell Africa

Leaving no one behind! Outreach 02/06 of the Northern Uganda Village Health Outreach Program (NUV-HOP) was held successfully in Olinga Village, Amuru district. Hundreds benefited from our free sickle cell awareness, screening & counseling services @RupinyRadio @BettyAol_Ocan

One of the biggest challenges in tackling non-communicable diseases, injuries, and mental health (NCDIMH) in Africa is the lack of reliable data to drive action. In 2023, @AfricaCDC found that 70% of assessed Member States lacked integrated systems to capture NCDIMH data,…

Awareness of sickle cell trait and disease in rural areas is vital. It empowers individuals to make informed reproductive choices, facilitates early diagnosis and intervention, and reduces morbidity and mortality, ultimately improving health outcomes and quality of life.

Outreach 4/6 of the TSCA & #NUV_HOP25 well conducted in Awoo, Oyam district, Northern Uganda. Rural areas often lack access to basic healthcare, exacerbating health disparities and poor health outcomes. Let's always remember them! @NCDIpoverty

Gene therapy holds promise for treating SCD, but its high cost and limited accessibility pose significant challenges for widespread adoption in Africa, highlighting the need for affordable pricing and infrastructure development. Thank you @jcrc_official1 & partners.

These efforts ensure that remote and underserved populations receive vital medical services, health education, and early disease detection. Together, we can improve quality of life in rural Africa, and foster healthier, more resilient populations.@Amref_Uganda

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Village health outreaches are crucial for improving healthcare access, promoting health equity, and reducing disparities in rural and underserved areas, ultimately enhancing the overall well-being of communities. @TackleSickle is at the grassroots of Northern Uganda.

@TackleSickle relies on donations to serve vulnerable communities in Uganda. Should you be interested in supporting our work, please get in touch with us for banking or mobile money details for monetary assistance or any other donations in kind. Thank you.

Second International Conference on PEN-Plus in Africa (ICPPA 2025) - Closing Ceremony x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The fight against #sicklecell requires solidarity and sustained partnerships. Under the Northern Uganda Village Health Outreach (NUV-HOP) project, we extended free sickle cell screening and awareness services to the people of Okidi

#TalkItLoud to raise awareness for sickle cell, an inherited condition that causes chronic pain. Learn what we're doing in Northern Uganda and see how you can make an impact with us! @NCDIpoverty @FINDdx @juliemakani @SCDAAorg @StJude @bayloruganda @ncdalliance

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When we still have "7 year olds" living with undiagnosed sickle cell disease, we know we still have a long way to go. Undiagnosed SCD in children can lead to severe complications. Increased awareness, screening, and access to healthcare is highly required in Northern Uganda.

The media plays a crucial role in raising awareness about sickle cell disease, reducing stigma, and promoting advocacy efforts through storytelling, public education, and highlighting the needs of affected individuals and families. Thank you @DailyMonitor

The importance of premarital screening and counseling can't be over stated. It help identify genetic risks and relationship dynamics, enabling informed decisions and healthier marriages. Get screened today! #KnowYourType

Uganda marked World Sickle Cell Day with a call to action: “All of Us United by Donating Blood for SCD Patients & Others." Presided over by Hon. @JaneRuth_Aceng , the event rallied patients, caregivers, medics & partners to renew the fight against SCD. linkedin.com/posts/moh-ugan…

Absolutely true blood is liquid life. A single donation can be the difference between pain and relief, life and loss. Please donate if you can.

2/2: Awareness is only the first step—action is what truly changes lives. Thank you to everyone supporting the fight against sickle cell. Together, we move forward with compassion and purpose. #SimbaGroupCares #StandTogether #SickleCellAwareness

Today is #SickleCell Awareness Day 🩸 40% more people are living with sickle cell disease today than in 2000. It is a growing health challenge, affecting around 7.7 million people in the world today. This means more health workers – inc. maternity providers - need to know how…