Doctors call for testing as dfcu supports Mulago sickle cell unit amid surge
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Doctors call for testing as dfcu supports Mulago sickle cell unit amid surge

June 19, 2026
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Congestion at Mulago National Referral Hospital’s sickle cell unit has raised concern among health experts, highlighting the growing burden of the disease in Uganda. Uganda has one of the highest burdens of sickle cell disease (SCD) in Africa. With approximately 13.3% to 20% of the population carrying the sickle cell

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