The incidence of Sickle Cell and Thalassemia are high in Odisha. The incidence of Sickle
Cell varies from 6–10% whereas thalassemia incidence is 2–6%.
National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission (NSCAEM) was started in Odisha from 1st
July 2023 and under this Programme, 21 Sickle Cell Prone districts are covered.
Screening was focused in 0-40 yrs of age population at VHSND sites, Schools and AWCs through RBSK team
and opportunistic screening at all Public Health Facilities.
Screening of ANC PW and adolescent girls at VHSND Sessions through DBS-HPLC:
Comprehensive diagnostic, screening, and treatment protocol is deployed across state health infrastructure.