HealthOver 73 Million Screened for Sickle Cell Disease in 3 Years
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has screened more than 73.1 million people for sickle cell disease over the past three years, focusing on indigenous communities in central and southern India. Screening identified 2.06 million with sickle cell trait and 251,191 with the disease. The National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission, launched in July 2023, targets early diagnosis, genetic counselling, and treatment in remote tribal areas.
Hindustan Times·3h ago



