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Breakthrough gene therapy for sickle cell disease remains out of reach in Africa
As Uganda rolls out mandatory nationwide screening of newborns for sickle cell disease this month, a gene therapy celebrated in the United States and Europe remains financially out of reach for most patients in Africa.
Read moreWhat's Going On With Fulcrum Therapeutics Stock Tuesday?
Fulcrum's new sickle cell trial data show higher hemoglobin levels and no serious safety concerns in sickle cell disease patients.
Read moreFulcrum Therapeutics Announces Recent Business Highlights and Financial Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025
― Announced positive 12-week results from the 20 mg dose cohort of the Phase 1b PIONEER trial of pociredir in sickle cell disease (SCD) ―
Read moreLee Health: Technology closed the gap in sickle cell care
Sickle cell disease is a lifelong condition that can cause severe pain episodes and frequent emergency department visits.
Read moreLil Poppa dies at 25: What is Sickle Cell Anemia? Florida rapper’s death spotlights fatal disease
Rapper Lil Poppa, 25, has died, with unverified suicide reports circulating. His death raises concerns due to his battle with sickle cell anemia, which he previously discussed. The cause of death remains undisclosed, prompting speculation among fans.
Read moreMP News: PM’s Principal Secretary PK Mishra In Bhopal, Meets Governor, Chief Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Principal Secretary P. K. Mishra visited Bhopal for a personal trip to attend a wedding. He met Governor Mangubhai Patel and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. Patel briefed him on efforts to tackle sickle cell disease among tribal communities. Chief Secretary Anurag Jain also met Mishra.
Read moreStiff red blood cells drive sickle cell disease severity
A new breakthrough study led by researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities could explain why patients with the same genetic sickle cell mutation experience different levels of pain, organ damage and response to treatment.
Read moreOver 6.83 crore individuals screened for sickle cell anaemia in tribal belts nationwide: Health ministry
New Delhi, Feb 10 (PTI) More than 6.83 crore individuals in tribal-dominated areas across the country have been screened for sickle cell anaemia till February 3, with nearly 2.38 lakh among them found to be infected with the disease, while over 19.32 lakh were identified as carriers, Minister of State for Health Anupriya Patel told […]
Read moreIndia's Massive Screening Effort: Tackling Sickle Cell Anemia in Tribal Areas
Over 6.83 crore individuals in tribal regions have been screened for sickle cell anemia, with 2.38 lakh affected and 19.32 lakh carriers identified. The National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission aims to diagnose and manage the disease across 17 states, supported by new Centers of Excellence.
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