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SHINE THE LIGHT ON SICKLE CELL ON JUNE 19TH.

Sickle cell disease (SCD) affects millions worldwide, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. The need to “Shine the Light on Sickle Cell” cannot be over-emphasized. This is why yearly, a worldwide awareness is carried out on the 19th of June to bring attention to the disease. 

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World Thalassemia Day 2022
Diseases & Conditions

Be aware, Share, Care

World Thalassemia Day (WTD) is observed every year on the 8th of May. This day commemorates the struggles of patients who are suffering from this

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Special & Awareness Day

Inclusive Quality Education for All

It is important to know that autism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that can affect how a person reacts to and relates to the world around them. Early diagnosis can make a huge difference in the lives of children with ASD and their families.

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Diseases & Conditions

INVEST TO END TB, SAVE LIVES

Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious killers. In 2020, an estimated 10 million people fell ill with tuberculosis (TB) worldwide; 5.6 million men, 3.3 million women, and 1.1 million children fell ill with this preventable and curable disease, as stated in an article by World Health Organisation.

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A graphic design of World Down Syndrome Day
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We Connect So That We Can

People with Down Syndrome must not be left alone in this era of Covid 19. The basic purpose of WDSD is to increase awareness about this disorder and to stand with those people with Down Syndrome.

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Kidney Health for All
Diseases & Conditions

Kidney Health for All

Kidney diseases are silent killers, capable of affecting the quality of your life. Maintaining kidney health is an important factor when you want to achieve overall health and general well-being. Keeping your kidneys healthy, allows your body to filter and expel waste properly and produce hormones to help your body function properly.

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World Autism Awareness Day Image
Special & Awareness Day

Inclusive Quality Education for All

It is important to know that autism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that can affect how a person reacts to and relates to the world around them. Early diagnosis can make a huge difference in the lives of children with ASD and their families.

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World Tuberculosis Day image
Diseases & Conditions

INVEST TO END TB, SAVE LIVES

Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious killers. In 2020, an estimated 10 million people fell ill with tuberculosis (TB) worldwide; 5.6 million men, 3.3 million women, and 1.1 million children fell ill with this preventable and curable disease, as stated in an article by World Health Organisation.

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A graphic design of World Down Syndrome Day
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We Connect So That We Can

People with Down Syndrome must not be left alone in this era of Covid 19. The basic purpose of WDSD is to increase awareness about this disorder and to stand with those people with Down Syndrome.

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Kidney Health for All
Diseases & Conditions

Kidney Health for All

Kidney diseases are silent killers, capable of affecting the quality of your life. Maintaining kidney health is an important factor when you want to achieve overall health and general well-being. Keeping your kidneys healthy, allows your body to filter and expel waste properly and produce hormones to help your body function properly.

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Rare Disease Day 2022
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Share Your Colours

Rare diseases can have many causes. The majority (72%) are found to be genetic, caused by family history, congenital disabilities, or changes in chromosomes. Of those, 70% start during childhood.

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Understanding Cerebral Palsy

Every person living with cerebral palsy is a reason to strive for change, hence, it is essential to become a catalyst for change to help improve the lives of those with cerebral palsy.

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WORLD CANCER DAY 2022: Realizing the problem

This is the year to question the status quo and help reduce stigma; to listen to the perspectives of the people living with cancer and their communities and let those lived experiences guide our thoughts and actions.

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WORLD DIABETES DAY 2021

Diabetes has been increasing in prevalence over the last few years. It is estimated that by 2025, there will be 422 million people suffering from the condition worldwide – an increase of more than 40% on current figures according to the International Diabetes Federation 2021.

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World Sight Day 2021

World Sight Day—the most important advocacy and communications day in the eye health calendar is today October 14, 2021, with the theme: “Love Your Eyes”.

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World Alzheimer’s Day 2021

Dementia is a progressive syndrome that leads to deterioration in cognitive function (i.e., the ability to process thought) beyond what might be expected from the usual consequences of biological aging. It affects memory, thinking, orientation, comprehension, calculation, learning capacity, language, and judgment. Consciousness is not affected.

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WORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY 2021

It is important to note that suicide is not a normal stress response. Suicidal thoughts or actions are a sign of extreme distress and should not be ignored. If these warning signs apply to you or someone you know, get help immediately, especially if the behaviour is new or has increased recently.

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