Premium Times Nigeria·3 min read·medium
New book on sickle cell disease urges Nigerians to prioritise genotype testing, public awareness
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Fortune Eromonsele
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Health advocates and authors in Nigeria are calling for increased public education and mandatory genotype testing to combat the high prevalence of sickle cell disease. The initiative coincides with the launch of a new book aimed at reducing stigma and improving reproductive health awareness.
Stakeholders have called for stronger public education, compulsory genotype awareness and better support for people living with sickle cell disease, warning that Nigeria will continue to record thousands of preventable cases unless more people make informed decisions before marriage.
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