The renovation of the Center for Mixed Medicine and Anemia in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, is underway and the first lady, Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi, recently made an inspection visit to ensure the progress of the work . This health structure, known as the Mabanga Center, was closed for 7 months for rehabilitation and modernization work.
The objective of this renovation is to offer patients and nursing staff modern facilities that meet the strictest health standards. In addition to existing medical services, such as care for sickle cell patients, the Mabanga Center will soon offer additional services such as ophthalmology and dentistry. These efforts are supported by the partners of the Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi Foundation, who are mobilizing to provide an environment conducive to care and raising awareness of sickle cell disease.
Sickle cell disease is a genetic disease that primarily affects people of African descent and presents many challenges in terms of care and awareness. The Mabanga Center is the only public establishment in the DRC dedicated specifically to this disease. Thanks to renovation and modernization efforts, it will be able to continue to offer quality care to patients with sickle cell anemia and contribute to the fight against this disease.
The first lady’s visit demonstrates her commitment to the health and well-being of the Congolese population. By launching this renovation work, it demonstrates its desire to improve the accessibility and quality of health services in the DRC. It also supports awareness and early detection of sickle cell disease, in order to enable adequate patient care.
The upcoming reopening of the Mabanga Center represents a significant step forward in the fight against sickle cell disease in the DRC. Thanks to the collective efforts of authorities and partners, patients suffering from this disease will soon have access to quality care and specialized services in an environment conducive to their well-being.
This article illustrates the commitment of the first lady and the Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi Foundation to the promotion of health in the DRC. It highlights the importance of the renovation of the Mabanga Center and its essential role in the care of patients with sickle cell anemia. By supporting these efforts, we are helping to improve the lives of many Congolese and advance the fight against this genetic disease.