Zambia 3 project
Strengthen awareness and care of haemophilia and sickle cell disease in Zambia
Partner institution
Haemophilia Foundation of Zambia together with Dr Uzima Chirwa, University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Dr David Silweya, Chinsali Provincial Hospital and Dr Bwendo Nduna from Arthur Davison Children’s Hospital, Ndola
Represented by
Chilufya Pikiti, Founding member
Duration
3 years, envisaged start Q3 2023
Status
Formalisation
Objectives
- Increase access to diagnosis and care for haemophilia and sickle cell disease in Zambia
- Increase awareness of haemophilia and sickle cell disease amongst healthcare professionals and the general public
- Advocate with government representatives at local, regional and national level to improve care for haemophilia and sickle cell disease
