New book on sickle cell disease urges Nigerians to prioritise genotype testing, public awareness
The publication, Mrs Braithwaite’s 11th book, combines storytelling, medical explanations and advocacy to raise awareness about sickle cell disease, combat stigma and encourage informed reproductive decisions.
Book humanises the disease In reviewing the book, Nigerian poet Kabura Zakama described the publication as one that moves readers beyond understanding sickle cell disease as merely a medical diagnosis.
Stakeholders have called for stronger public education, compulsory genotype awareness and better support for people living with sickle cell disease, warning that Nigeria will continue to record thousands of preventable cases unless more people make informed decisions before marriage.
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