TAHF IEC Programme
This programme is operational in two forms:
- To educate the public on the Vision and Mission of TAHF, as well as to bring the public to the awareness of the existence of this non-governmental, non-profit making service-oriented organization.
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To provide the public with necessary health education and information, as well as other available services from TAHF.
TAHF Club and Educational Services.
It is of note that several publications have been made in the following newspapers:
- “Assist Sickle Cell Anaemia Victims, Govt. Urged” on page 6 of DAILY TIMES of Saturday, December 20, 2003.
- “TAHF Brings Succour To Sickle Cell Patients” on page 23 of VANGUARD of Tuesday, February 19, 2004.
- “Raising Hope For Sicklers” on page 18 of POINTER of Thursday, February 19, 2004.
- “How Illiteracy, Poverty Hinder Eradication of Sickle Cell” on page 29 of the SUNvof Tuesday, March 9, 2004.
- “Succour For Sicklers” on page 33 of the COMET of Sunday, March 14, 2004.
- “Easing The Burden Of Sickle Cell Patients” on page 57 of THIS DAY of Tuesday, March 30, 2004.
- “Foundation Seeks Government’s Support On Care For Sickle Cell Patients” on page 36 of the GUARDIAN of Thursday, April 1, 2004.
The effect of these publications is that awareness has been created, and there has been an increased demand for TAHF services.
TAHF also commenced the production of a Newsletter in November 2000 highlighting the aims and achievements of the Foundation; outlining the membership details for TAHF club while focusing on educating the public on Sickle Cell condition.
TAHF has also developed educational series with the aim of informing the public on Sickle Cell conditions. These materials will scale up the awareness, education and information to the citizenry. These series also highlight the fact that Sickle Cell conditions can be effectively managed with adequate care to improve their health status.
See also: Join TAHF | TAHF Club | Sponsor
