Sickle Cell Disease is a genetic blood disorder that affects hemoglobin, causing red blood cells to become rigid and sickle-shaped. These abnormal cells can block blood flow and lead to various ...

African scientists say the world is missing vital medical insights by ignoring the continent’s vast genetic diversity. Less than 2 percent of human genome ...

The parents of a Bucknell football player, who died after a workout in July from complications of sickle cell-related ...

The event attracts a diverse crowd, including elite athletes, renowned musicians, artists, prominent politicians and members ...

Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited haemoglobinopathy in Tanzania, with 11 000– 14 000 children born with the ...

In Ramadan 2024, she attempted fasting again. The first day went well, and as she gradually adjusted, she found she could ...

The innovative treatment, provided by Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center (ADSCC), in coordination with DoH and in collaboration with ...

Addressing delegates from across Africa and representatives from Terumo Corporation Japan, Mr. Kimtai emphasized the central role of blood in health systems strengthening, noting that timely access to ...

Kenya is set to roll out whole blood automation technology as part of efforts to modernise its blood transfusion services and ...

Scientists say they have identified a potential new gene target that could be edited to treat sickle cell disease, an ...

Scientists from Johns Hopkins Medicine and eight other institutions in the United States, Africa and Europe say they have ...

Scientists have found a potential new gene variant target to treat sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder that ...