Morogoro intensifies screening sickle cell, diabetes patients
MOROGORO: The provision of screening services for sickle cell Disease and diabetes type one in newborns has continued to be strengthened, especially in suburban and remote areas.
This was announced today, March 14, 2025, in Morogoro by the Ministry of Health in, following a collaborative initiative between the Ministry of Health and the President’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (TAMISEMI).
The initiative was led by the National Coordinator for Sickle Cell and Blood Disorders Services from the Ministry of Health, Dr Asteria Mpoto, during a joint supervisory and advisory exercise in Kilombero, Mahenge, Gairo, and Ulanga districts.
The initiative follows training conducted from February 10 to 14, 2025, for healthcare providers in seven regions and 50 local government authorities. The training aimed to equip healthcare workers with the necessary skills for screening Sickle Cell Disease and Type 1 Diabetes in newborns. One of the key resolutions from the training was the establishment of specialized clinics in health facilities to enhance access to these services.
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According to the Ministry of Health, many district hospitals across the country have already set up and are running these clinics at least twice a week. This initiative has played a significant role in early detection and timely treatment of new patients.
Dr Asteria Mpoto emphasized that the government, under the leadership of President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, is committed to bringing healthcare services closer to the people to ensure they receive timely and accessible medical care.
This initiative is expected to improve access to screening and treatment services for newborns, thereby enhancing public health.
