Ghana to launch Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Units to revolutionise healthcare

The Bone Marrow Transplantation Ghana (BMTG) and the Comprehensive Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation Clinic are set to launch new Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Units on November 19, 2024, at 9:00 AM at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, Ridge.

This groundbreaking initiative promises to redefine the landscape of healthcare in Ghana and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Established in 2017 as non-profit organizations, BMTG and the Sickle Cell Foundation Clinic aim to improve the lives of individuals suffering from sickle cell anemia and other blood-related disorders. Their mission is bolstered by cutting-edge infrastructure and a commitment to clinical excellence.

The Bone Marrow Transplantation Ghana Centre is the first of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on the treatment and cure of sickle cell anemia, aplastic anemia, leukemia, pediatric cancers, and other blood disorders.

Now, with the addition of a Stem Cell Centre for Cellular Therapy, the facility is positioned to address a wide range of neurological and autoimmune conditions, including:

• Stroke

• Autism

• Cerebral Palsy

• Spinal Cord Injuries

• Multiple Sclerosis

• Parkinson’s Disease

• Diabetes (Type 1 and 2)

• Hypertension

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

The stem cell therapy unit will cater to patients who would otherwise need to travel abroad, particularly to India, for similar treatments.

The clinic is also introducing Automated Red Cell Exchange Transfusion, an advanced therapy for sickle cell patients. This procedure replaces damaged red blood cells with healthy ones using a specialised automated machine, reducing complications, alleviating pain, and offering relief for up to four months.

This innovation minimises iron accumulation in vital organs and provides superior protection against secondary strokes in sickle cell anemia patients.

The BMTG and Sickle Cell Foundation Clinic has since extended invitation to journalists for coverage of the official media launch scheduled for November 19, 2024.

The event will highlight the center's transformative impact and its potential to improve healthcare access for millions across Africa.