News & Stories
Outreach reports, event coverage, articles and the voices of sickle cell warriors.
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The Sickle Cell Warrior: Our Journey of Hope and Help
Read more →: The Sickle Cell Warrior: Our Journey of Hope and HelpSickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic blood disorder that affects millions globally, primarily those of African, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Indian…
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Empowering the Next Generation: Early Health Education and Sickle Cell Awareness in Schools
Read more →: Empowering the Next Generation: Early Health Education and Sickle Cell Awareness in SchoolsBy 2030, it is estimated that over 400,000 babies will be born annually with sickle cell disease (SCD) worldwide, the majority in…
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Tackling Sickle Cell Disease Mortality Through Blood Donation
Read more →: Tackling Sickle Cell Disease Mortality Through Blood DonationSickle cell disease (SCD) remains a global health challenge, claiming thousands of lives annually, with many deaths linked to complications arising from…
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Know Your Genotype Campaign at Baptist College, Bodija
Read more →: Know Your Genotype Campaign at Baptist College, BodijaThe Bunmi Akinsola Sickle Cell Initiative (BASC Initiative) conducted a Know Your Genotype (KYG) sensitization campaign at Baptist College, Bodija, on 13th…
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My Genotype, My Choice: Outreach to Bishop Onabanjo, Bodija Ashi
Read more →: My Genotype, My Choice: Outreach to Bishop Onabanjo, Bodija AshiThe Bunmi Akinsola Sickle Cell Initiative (BASC Initiative) continued its school outreach efforts with a purposeful visit to Bishop Onabanjo, Bodija Ashi…
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Health and Marriage: Know Your Genotype at Islamic High School, Orita Bashorun
Read more →: Health and Marriage: Know Your Genotype at Islamic High School, Orita BashorunIt was an inspiring morning of learning and engagement as the Bunmi Akinsola Sickle Cell Initiative (BASC Initiative) team visited Islamic High…
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Know Your Genotype at Bashorun Ojoo Senior School, Bodija
Read more →: Know Your Genotype at Bashorun Ojoo Senior School, BodijaTeam Members: Mr. John Aremo, Dr. Nike Adeniyi-Aremo, Mrs A. D. Ayinde, and Mr. Ezekiel Aluko
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Genotype Outreach at the International School, University of Ibadan
Read more →: Genotype Outreach at the International School, University of IbadanOn Monday, June 2, 2025, the Bunmi Akinsola Sickle Cell Initiative (BASC Initiative) conducted a sickle cell genotype awareness outreach at International…
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Sickle Cell Campaign at Hillcrest High School, Moniya
Read more →: Sickle Cell Campaign at Hillcrest High School, MoniyaOn 13th February 2025, the Bunmi Akinsola Sickle Cell Initiative conducted a sensitization campaign at Hillcrest High School, Moniya, Ibadan. The session…
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Genotype Outreach at Methodist Grammar School, Bodija
Read more →: Genotype Outreach at Methodist Grammar School, BodijaIn a bid to reduce the sickle cell burden in Nigeria, educating young people about their genetic status is crucial. Secondary school…
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Genotype Awareness at Emmanuel College High School, Orita-UI Agbowo
Read more →: Genotype Awareness at Emmanuel College High School, Orita-UI AgbowoThe outreach program at Emmanuel College High School, Orita-UI Agbowo, Ibadan, from 7:30am to 8:30am.
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Why Parents of Sickle Cell Warriors Need Mental Health Support Groups
Read more →: Why Parents of Sickle Cell Warriors Need Mental Health Support GroupsThe need for mental health support groups for parents of sickle cell warriors is increasingly recognized as a critical component of holistic…
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A Call for Collective Action for the Prevention of Sickle Cell Disease
Read more →: A Call for Collective Action for the Prevention of Sickle Cell DiseaseSickle cell disease is a genetic condition in which an individual’s red blood cells contain an abnormal form of hemoglobin. The disease…
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Live Interview: Mrs Blessing Shares Her Sickle Cell Story
Read more →: Live Interview: Mrs Blessing Shares Her Sickle Cell StoryResponse: I am from Edo state but my Dad is from Onwa local government, I lost my Daddy last year at the…
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Fruits That Support Red Blood Cell Production
Read more →: Fruits That Support Red Blood Cell ProductionCertain fruits are rich in nutrients that support red blood cell production and help prevent anemia. You can incorporate these options into…
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Empowering Boys Through Health Education at Loyola College
Read more →: Empowering Boys Through Health Education at Loyola CollegeOn October 23, 2024, the Bunmi Akinsola Sickle Cell Initiative took another bold step in its mission to educate communities about Sickle…
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Genotype Awareness Campaign in Oyo State: Sickle Cell Education at Ikolaba High School
Read more →: Genotype Awareness Campaign in Oyo State: Sickle Cell Education at Ikolaba High SchoolIn the effort to reduce the sickle cell burden in Nigeria, educating young people about their genetic status is crucial. Secondary school…
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Empowering Volunteers: Our Maiden Volunteers Symposium
Read more →: Empowering Volunteers: Our Maiden Volunteers SymposiumTHEME: Empowering Volunteers: Commitment, Rewards, and Public Speaking Skills for Impactful Service.
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Courtesy Visit to the Honourable Commissioner of Health, Oyo State
Read more →: Courtesy Visit to the Honourable Commissioner of Health, Oyo StateOn March 20, the Bunmi Akinsola Sickle Cell Initiative (BASC Initiative) had the privilege of meeting with the Honourable Commissioner for Health,…
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The Strategic Importance of Ojoo Bus Terminal in Our Sickle Cell Awareness Campaign
Read more →: The Strategic Importance of Ojoo Bus Terminal in Our Sickle Cell Awareness CampaignIn the quest to reduce the occurrence of sickle cell births and ultimately achieve zero sickle cell births, the Bunmi Akinsola Sickle…