WHO publishes first global guidelines for managing sickle-cell disease in children and adolescents
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Child Health and Development (CHD)
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This article presents the first WHO normative guideline on the diagnosis, prevention, and clinical management of sickle-cell disease (SCD) in children and adolescents aged 0–19 years. SCD is identified as the most common inherited blood disorder worldwide and a leading cause of preventable child death and disability, especially in low- and middle-income countries. The highest burden is in sub-Saharan Africa, with significant prevalence across other malaria-endemic regions. The guideline provides evidence-based recommendations to support healthcare systems in improving early diagnosis and comprehensive care access.
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· 3 pulledSickle-cell disease (SCD) is the most common inherited blood disorder worldwide and a leading cause of preventable child death and disability, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
The highest burden falls on sub-Saharan Africa, with substantial prevalence across other historically malaria-endemic regions.
This publication is the first WHO normative guideline on the diagnosis, prevention and clinical management of sickle-cell disease in children and adolescents aged 0–19 years.
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