Advisor Sickle Cell Disease Technical Area federal university of Bahia Camaçari, Bahia, Brazil
Disclosure(s):
Tiago Novais, DDS: No financial relationships to disclose
Learning Objectives:
Analyze the panorama of Sickle Cell Disease in Brazil:
Describe the prevalence of the disease in the country and the most affected populations.
identify the main challenges in the diagnosis and treatment of sickle cell disease.
Discuss the socioeconomic impact of the disease on the lives of individuals and their families.
Understanding the National Policy for Comprehensive Care for People with Sickle Cell Disease:
Explain the principles and guidelines of the National Policy.
Detail the rights guaranteed to people with sickle cell disease by the Policy.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the Policy in guaranteeing access to quality healthcare for this population.
3. Reflect on the importance of implementing the Policy:
Discuss the challenges in implementing the Policy in different contexts.
Propose actions to strengthen the implementation of the Policy and guarantee its objectives.
Emphasize the importance of social participation and intersectorality in guaranteeing the rights of people with sickle cell disease.