World Sickle Cell Day — Saptashrungi Bahuuddeshiya Mahila Sanstha, Dhule

Saptashrungi Bahuuddeshiya Mahila Sanstha, Dhule, observes World Sickle Cell Day (June 19) each year, conducting awareness and screening programs across the district. The initiative focuses on prevention, early diagnosis, and ensuring affordable quality care—with special attention to tribal areas where the disease is most prevalent.

Objectives of the Program

• Raise Awareness: Educate communities about causes, symptoms, and treatments for sickle cell disease.
• Provide Health Services: Ensure patients receive affordable, quality healthcare, regular screenings, and access to treatment.
• Women-Focused Actions: Screen women and girls in tribal areas and provide free medication as per medical advice.
• Reduce Spread: Use screening and intervention to control and reduce disease prevalence.

Program Implementation

Goals

• Early diagnosis to reduce complications and prevent further spread.
• Increase awareness among women and children in tribal areas about sickle cell disease and available treatments.
• Counter social misconceptions and encourage timely medical intervention.
• Improve overall community health and reduce disease prevalence through sustained screening and education.

Impact & Community Empowerment

Through awareness drives, screenings, and provision of treatment, Saptashrungi Bahuuddeshiya Mahila Sanstha empowers women, children, and families to adopt healthier practices and access care. These efforts aim to reduce complications, improve quality of life for patients, and strengthen community-level response to sickle cell disease.