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Blood is literally the only thing in our modern pharmacopeia that cannot be synthesized. In essence, it's the most natural form of medicine, and it can only come from donated (unpaid collection) blood. From platelets needed for birthing people in crisis or cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, to red blood cells creating higher quality of life for people suffering from Sickle Cell Disease, which is highly under-supported... blood is life. Literally. Donate today.

WHO Weekly Update 28 March 2024 24 March was World TB Day. In 2022, over 10 million people fell ill with tuberculosis (TB), a preventable and curable disease. Join WHO in our efforts to stop TB! You can help by: • Learning about the causes of TB and how it can be treated • Finding out who is most likely to get TB and how • Correcting wrong ideas about TB • Standing up for those with TB Learn more about our campaign, 'Yes! We can end TB!': https://bit.ly/4a7sYpn

Faith communities could be a critical ally in the fight against leprosy. The article "The under-utilised secret weapon in the fight to defeat leprosy", written by Tim Burton from The Leprosy Mission International, discusses how faith-based groups can play a pivotal role in addressing this complex disease. Leprosy, with its slow-moving symptoms and historical stigma, requires ongoing community engagement for effective intervention. Faith communities, due to their significant influence and reach, can be instrumental in raising awareness, reducing discrimination, and providing essential care services. James Pender, an expert in engaging with faith communities, underscores The Leprosy Mission's readiness to serve their communities, noting that faith leaders often provide more than spiritual guidance—they offer advice, counselling, and social support. This commitment extends to challenging stigma and discrimination, with examples from Nigeria showing how faith communities can either perpetuate or help combat negative attitudes toward leprosy. The article highlights the need for interfaith collaboration, as demonstrated in Sri Lanka, where Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, and Hindus work together to address leprosy-related challenges. You can read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eBjTkFyz

According to the American Red Cross, every 2 seconds, someone needs blood and/or platelets in the United States. Learn more about the importance of giving blood during National Blood Donor Month at https://lnkd.in/eJ5_fNG

Taken from Chapter 6: Syphilis is a disease with a long and terrible history. Since it was first described around 1500 AD, syphilis has remained a mystery in many ways. Legend has it that syphilis first came to be when... to read more, go to page 83. https://lnkd.in/g5WmJwzz #flesheatingbacteria #booktok #bookstagram

Did you know that cystic fibrosis was discovered in 1938 by Dr. Dorothy Andersen? Share this post to spread awareness and learn more about cystic fibrosis and CFI on https://buff.ly/3WpZVrO

ABO blood groups: universal donor group and universal blood group recipient What does ABO blood group mean? ABO blood group system, the classification of human blood based on the inherited properties of red blood cells \(erythrocytes\) as determined by the presence or absence of the antigens A and B, which are carried on the surface of the red cells. Persons may thus have type A, type B, type O, or type AB blood. Youtube video: https://lnkd.in/diMY_38S \#nikolays_genetics_lessons

Do you know which is the rarest blood group on the planet? 👉 How many of you have honestly heard about the term Rh null? If you haven't, that is completely fine. I am here to educate you about it. Rh null is the rarest blood type, with only 1 in 6 million individuals around the globe having it. Fun Fact: One such rare person, was an Aboriginal Australian woman in 1961. Isn't that just so cool? However, being rare isn't all good stuff, we have to look at the challenges we face being rare. Rh-null individuals being universal donors for Rh-negative recipients, they however struggle to find compatible blood donors due to the rarity of such blood type. Read the whole post to find out what the other challenges faced by such rare people are. And hey, are you someone with this rare blood type? If you are comment down below, let us have a chat.

Tomorrow , millions around the globe will come together to commemorate World TB Day on 24 March. The theme of World TB Day 2024 - ‘Yes! We can end TB!’ – conveys a message of hope that getting back-on-track to turn the tide against the TB epidemic is possible through high level leadership, increased investments and faster uptake of new WHO recommendations. Following the commitments made by Heads of State at the UN High Level meeting in 2023 to accelerate progress to end TB, this year's focus shifts to turning these commitments into tangible actions. On World TB Day, WHO is calling for action on several fronts to ensure that the commitments made to end TB are achieved: Message 1 High-level leadership and action to end TB. Now that we have strong high-level commitments made by world leaders in the political declaration of the second UN High-Level Meeting on the fight again TB, we must unite forces to translate these commitments rapidly into action. This includes implementing the WHO Director-General's flagship initiative for 2023-2027.

🌍 Empowering Change Through Joint Partnerships on World NTDs Day 🌍 Today, on World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Day, at DNDi, we celebrate the power of partnerships with our upstream and downstream partners and funder foundations in driving meaningful change. Together, we amplify our impact, leverage expertise, and deliver solutions where they're needed most. As an employee at DNDi, I believe that in the fight against NTDs, joint partnerships with R & D institutions, and like-minded partners, MoH are our most potent weapon. Not forgetting our funding foundations, we have the opportunity not just to alleviate suffering but to eradicate disease and restore hope for millions. Join us in harnessing the power of partnership to break the cycle of neglect and build a healthier, more equitable world for all.