2025 World Sickle Cell Day: Nigeria reaffirms commitment to Sickle Cell Care

Nigeria has renewed its commitment to tackling the burden of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) as the country joins the global health community to commemorate the 2025 World Sickle Cell Day, observed under the theme “Transforming Care and Strengthening Communities.”   In a statement issued by Alaba Balogun, Deputy Director, Information & Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, the government emphasized its ongoing efforts to reduce the prevalence and impact of the disease through enhanced awareness, early diagnosis, prevention, and improved care services.   Sickle Cell Disease remained…