Prime Minister launched the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission in Madhya Pradesh
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On July 1, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the National Sickle Cell Anemia Elimination Mission in Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh.
An Overview of the News
The mission aims to eliminate sickle cell anaemia by 2047.
This mission will be implemented in 278 districts of 17 states of India.
The targeted states include Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Bihar and Uttarakhand.
The mission focuses on creating awareness and universal testing among about seven crore people in the age group of 0-40 years in the affected tribal areas.
Collaborative efforts of Central Ministries and State Governments will be employed for consultation and implementation.
About Sickle Cell Anaemia
According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), sickle cell anaemia is a collection of inherited red blood cell conditions that affect haemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the body.
In individuals with sickle cell anaemia, the haemoglobin is denatured, causing the red blood cells to become rigid and sticky, forming a C-shaped form called a 'sickle'.
As per the Forbes report, the global prevalence of sickle cell disease ranks second highest in India.
According to a report by the National Health Mission, Madhya Pradesh (MP) has the highest prevalence of sickle cell anaemia in India.
Symptoms of Sickle Cell Anaemia
Red blood cell abnormality: In sickle cell anaemia, the red blood cells become sickle-shaped instead of their normal shape.
Anaemia: The shortening of the life span of sickle cells reduces the number of healthy red blood cells, leading to anaemia.
Swelling: Sickle cells damage the spleen, causing swelling in the hands and feet.
Increased susceptibility to infection: Sickle cell anaemia makes individuals more susceptible to infection due to spleen damage.
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