178 sickle cell anaemia patients, 1,353 carriers identified in Mysuru
Health officials in Mysuru have identified 178 patients and 1,353 carriers of sickle cell anaemia following a large-scale screening program. The district is focusing on continued monitoring and strengthening primary healthcare services to manage the hereditary condition.
Why it matters
Large-scale screening programs are critical for managing hereditary diseases and improving public health outcomes in high-prevalence regions.
Out of the 1.59 lakh people screened for sickle cell anaemia in Mysuru district, 1,353 have been identified as carriers and 178 as patients with the disease.
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