Journeying Towards Excellence in the Care of Patients with Haemophilia and Other Inherited Bleeding Disorders From a Developing World: Insights From Tanzania
The Journal of Blood Medicine publication reports on the activities undertaken to establish and expand haemophilia care in Tanzania, charting the journey toward excellence.
Between 2021 and 2025, Tanzania made significant strides in strengthening haemophilia care, with support from the second NNHF supported East Africa project. A multidisciplinary workforce was trained both locally and internationally in specialised diagnosis, treatment, and management of haemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders. Fourteen haemophilia clinics were established, including a national comprehensive clinic at Muhimbili National Hospital and satellite clinics across zonal and regional hospitals, providing screening, diagnosis, and comprehensive care. As of 17th April 2025, a total of 473 patients had been registered and were receiving structured care through this network.
The publication concluded that the integration of specialised haematological training, stakeholder engagement, decentralisation of services through 14 clinics, and the development of a national registry and clinical guidelines have markedly enhanced Tanzania’s capacity to diagnose and manage haemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders. Read the full article here: Journeying Towards Excellence in the Care of Patients with Haemophilia and Other Inherited Bleeding Disorders From a Developing World: Insights From Tanzania – PubMed
