Isaac Okello

On 10th March 2016, we held an initiation meeting with Jinja health officials, Ministry of Health representative, the Director of Jinja Regional Referral Hospital, the Head of the Pediatric Department Jinja Referral, and project support teams to strengthen collaboration to improve the newborn screening program under CONSA. Under the CONSA project, RHIF will support community-level interventions to trace children lost to follow-up, provide support to affected families to ensure continuity of care, and strengthen referral systems through targeted training of Community Health Workers. We also aim to increase awareness of sickle cell disease and its management, ensuring that families are well-informed and supported. By equipping Community Health Workers with the necessary tools and skills, we hope to strengthen community-based care systems so that every child receives the attention and treatment they need. We are grateful for the support of the American Society of Hematology Andrew Zapfel, MPH, PMP for this partnership, which seeks to drive meaningful impact and improve the quality of life for children living with sickle cell disease. #SickleCellAwareness #NewbornScreening #CommunityHealth #ChildHealth #HealthcareImpact. #CommunityHealth #CHWs #HealthForAll #UgandaHealth #CONSAProject.

As part of our ongoing efforts under the CONSA Project to trace and support families living with sickle cell disease and ensure continuity of care, last week, we conducted a refresher training for 34 Community Health Workers (CHWs). The training equipped CHWs with essential knowledge, tools, and resources to effectively educate, counsel, and refer sickle cell cases within their communities. This is critical in ensuring that children living with sickle cell disease receive the comprehensive care they deserve. We appreciate the Community Health Workers play a vital role in strengthening awareness, early identification, and linkage to care, making them key pillars in improving health outcomes at the grassroots level. It was an engaging and impactful session, marked by active participation and shared commitment to improving sickle cell care. We extend our sincere gratitude to Andrew Zapfel, MPH, PMP and American Society of Hematology for supporting this impactful actvity in Uganda. #SickleCellCare #CommunityHealth #CHWs #HealthForAll #UgandaHealth #CONSAProject.

As the President of the Sickle Cell Alliance Uganda, I led a delegation to pay a courtesy follow-up visit to Rt Hon Speaker @AnitahAmong who graciously granted us an audience to discuss the recent parliamentary motions on sickle cell disease.

Last week, we had the opportunity to bid farewell to the amazing Pfizer Fellows who have been with RHIF for the past two weeks. We sincerely appreciate your support and dedication in providing valuable resources and guidance.

As we kick off the year with goals and resolutions, remember not to go for the harvest-level rewards from seed-level efforts. Happy New Year, friends 🌟

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Happening now! 🎉 As part of the September Sickle Cell Awareness Month, we’ve kicked off the annual Sickle Cell Run in partnership with the Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda @PharmacistsUg The run is not just about fitness, but also about creating awareness, educating communities, and strengthening support for the sickle cell community. 💪❤️ #SickleCellAwareness #SickleCellRun2025 #HealthForAll #EndSickleCell #PSUPartnership

#September is a #Sickle #Cell #Awareness #Month. A month to amplify more voices and actions for the sickle cell community. Empowering students with knowledge is the first step toward a sickle cell–free generation. Let’s champion genotype screening in schools and protect the next generation. Join the fight against sickle cell disease in Uganda 🇺🇬. @AgiosMedical @NicosamHealth @ben02ng @PharmacistsUg @Microhaem @GHU_Official @FnScientific @ELOIMinistries1 #SickleCellAwareness #GenotypeScreening #YouthEmpowerment #HealthyFuture #EndSickleCell

#September is a national #Sickle #Cell #Awareness month. Today, 18th September 2025, we held a press conference ahead of the Sickle Cell Awareness Run happening on 21st September 2025 at Pharmacy House. 💪🏾 We call upon the general public to stand with us, raise their voices, and support the sickle cell community. Together, we can make a difference. @PharmacistsUg @AgiosMedical @GHU_Official @ben02ng #SickleCellAwarenessRun #AmplifyVoices #SupportSickleCell

@RaisingHopeInt2 Time to take action against sickle cell disease through sports.

What an incredible day of football and awareness! 🙌 The Sickle Cell 6-Aside Tournament, organized by Raising Hope International Friends (RHIF) held on 6th September 2025, was a true celebration of talent, teamwork, support, and advocacy. 🏆 Champions: PSU PSU emerged victorious, lifting the trophy and also receiving a medical check-up voucher worth UGX 350,000, courtesy of UMC Victoria Hospital @UMCVictoriaHosp 🌟 Best Player Award The best player of the tournament also walked away with a UGX 350,000 medical check-up voucher, generously offered by UMC Victoria Hospital @UMCVictoriaHosp 📊 Final Standings: 1️⃣ PSU – Champions 2️⃣ RHIF – 2nd Place 3️⃣ Stabex – 3rd Place 4️⃣ UMC Hospital – 4th Place 5️⃣ Nicosam – 5th Place 💙 Together, we continue to raise awareness and support for the fight against Sickle Cell Disease. Thank you to all teams, supporters, and partners who made this event impactful and memorable! @NicosamHealth @Stabex_Ug @rckira1 @PharmacistsUg #SickleCellAwareness #FootballForACause #PSU #RHIF #UMCVictoriaHospital

It was all fun at the Vault turf Ntinda as @RaisingHopeInt2 organised the #SickleCellAwareness soccer gala yesterday. We thank @Stabex_Ug @HemexHealth , @UMCVictoriaHosp , @PharmacistsUg and Whispers Children's hospital for coming through.

⚽ Wellness meets purpose! This September, as we mark Sickle Cell Awareness Month; We’re uniting corporate companies through our Soccer Gala — not just for wellness and networking, but to champion sickle cell awareness.@PharmacistsUg @Stabex_Ug @fortebet_uganda @GHU_Official

WE EXTEND OUR HEARTFELT GRATITUDE TO OUR SPONSORS AND PARTNERS FOR THE GENEROUS SUPPORT THAT MADE THIS YEAR’S CONVENTION A REMARKABLE SUCCESS.@AgiosMedical @MinofHealthUG @terumobct @Novartis @FnScientific @HemexHealth @NicosamHealth @AbsaUganda @KampalaUni @Stabex_Ug @OfSicklers

September is a powerful month — we celebrate both Sickle Cell Awareness and the impact of pharmacists in healthcare. @Microhaem This year, we’re taking it a step further! ✨ 💪 Join us in making every step count. 👉 Don’t just hear about it — be part of it 🏃‍♀️. @PharmacistsUg @Stabex_Ug @MinofHealthUG @cphluganda @NicosamHealth @HemexHealth #RunWithPurpose #SickleCellAwareness #PharmacyCares #RunForHope

Guess what, folks! September is globally recognized as Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and we’re thrilled to announce the Sickle Cell Awareness Soccer Gala (SCAFOG) on 6th September at Vault Turf, Ntinda. This is more than a game—it’s a wellness and networking opportunity to unite partners in raising awareness and support for sickle cell disease. @joloba_james @fortebet_uganda @Stabex_Ug @PharmacistsUg @UMCVictoriaHosp @rckira1 @GHU_Official @NicosamHealth @cphluganda @MinofHealthUG #SickleCellAwareness #SCAFOG2025 #WellnessThroughSports #TogetherForHope #KickOutSickleCell

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