Sickle Cell Day: Patient Urges FG to Improve Healthcare Access, Drug Affordability

Thisdaylive | 20-06-2026 04:35pm |

As World Sickle Cell Day is observed globally, Kesiena Ikeke, a Nigerian-born individual living with sickle cell disease, has urged the Federal Government to enhance healthcare access and make medications more affordable for patients. Ikeke highlighted the challenges of stigma, rejection, and systemic neglect that individuals with sickle cell disease face in Nigeria. The call for improved healthcare services aims to ensure that those affected receive the necessary support and treatment to manage their condition effectively.

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