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By Dr. AdminAugust 24, 2026News

Sickle Cell Clinic: a vision becomes reality

August 18th 2026: we won’t forget this date. The long-awaited Sickle Cell Clinic was officially opened. 15 years of work and effort went into it, and we are grateful to everyone who made it possible.…

By Dr. AdminSeptember 12, 2025News

Voices of Sickle Cell: Accounts of strength, perseverance and hope in the face of suffering and adversity

We are excited to see our book “Voices of Sickle Cell” published. A compilation of personal stories and testimonies, it combines the voices of persons living with Sickle Cell Disease, their families, friends and health…

By Dr. AdminOctober 30, 2024News

5th National Sickle Cell Conference at AUA Conference Centre

Our Sickle Cell Conference at AUA Conference Centre was very well-received, with record attendance of about 80 and 65 listeners on Saturday (General Public) and Sunday (Health Care Workers), respectively. Attendees found the information interesting…

By Dr. AdminJune 10, 20240News

CIBC Beautifies Sickle Cell Workshop

This post concludes a remarkable project initiated and sponsored by CIBC. Last year, we were lucky enough to be selected for CIBC Caribbean’s Adopt-a-cause program (https://www.nicefmradio.com/cibc-staff-making-a-difference/). The Sickle Cell Workshop needed a number of repairs,…

By Dr. AdminJanuary 18, 20240News

Antigua and Barbuda Sickle Cell Association wins the UN’s Human Rights Art Competition

The Sickle Cell Association has won the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Art Competition themed “Mainstreaming the protection of Human Rights towards the accelerated achievement of the SGDs”. We are thrilled and grateful to…

By Dr. AdminSeptember 14, 20230News

Mandala colouring book created by Sickle Cell patients

Mandalas are well-known for channeling relaxation and settling the mind. Adult colouring books using classic and modern versions of this traditional art are popular worldwide. They promote harmony and tranquility, something all of us need…

By Dr. AdminAugust 24, 20230News

Silent auction for Sickle cell at Government House

Under the distinguished patronage of Their Excellencies, Sir Rodney Williams and Lady Williams, the Antigua and Barbuda Sickle Cell Association hosted a very special event: a fundraising auction at Government House, showcasing the work of…

By Dr. AdminMarch 8, 2023News

Newborn screening for Sickle Cell Disease and Sickle Cell Trait

Our Newborn screening has been up and running for more than 2 years now, thanks to the unwavering dedication of staff at Maternity and Pediatrics, the equally unwavering, incredible support of AUA who has been…

By Dr. AdminJuly 18, 2022News

Governor Of Antigua & Barbuda Honors Dr. Edda Hadeed

We at the Sickle Cell Association want to share something with you that reflects beautifully on our cause and our association. On June 30th 2022, our President, Dr. Edda Hadeed, was awarded the Governor General’s…

By Dr. AdminJuly 15, 2022News

J.o.-a.n.’- Food Drive for Sickle Cell

September 19th 2022. It’s World Sickle Cell Day again. Of course, for us, every day is Sickle Cell Day; that goes without saying. But this day is a chance to bring attention to our cause…