World Sickle Cell disease awareness day celebrated across India

 On the occasion of World Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Awareness Day on June 19, 2024. numerous events were organised across the country to create awareness regarding the disease and halt transmission of Sickle Cell Disease.

Since the inception of the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission (NSCAEM) last year, a total of 3,39,77,877 screening records have been uploaded on the portal, as on date, and states have distributed a total of 1,12,01,612 Sickle Cell Status ID cards.

On Sickle Cell Day, 44,751 events were organised across the country in 17 high burden states and 343 districts under the NSCAEM. As a part of the activities undertaken during these events, 6,15,806 individuals were screened for sickle cell disease and 2,59,193 Sickle Cell ID cards were distributed to the screened beneficiaries.

Reiterating the Union Government’s commitment to eliminate Sickle Cell Disease, Prime Minister  Narendra Modi highlighted that the government is “working on aspects like creating awareness, universal screening, early detection, and proper care”. He stated that the government is also leveraging the power of technology in this area.