Emergency & Quick Access
🚨 Emergency Numbers
- Nigeria Emergency: 199, 911
- Lagos State Ambulance: 199
- National Emergency: 112
- Police: 199
- Fire Service: 199
🏥 24/7 Sickle Cell Emergency Centers
- Lagos University Teaching Hospital - Idi-Araba
- University College Hospital - Ibadan
- Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital - Zaria
- University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital - Enugu
Nigerian Sickle Cell Specialists & Centers
Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH)
Address: Idi-Araba, Mushin, Lagos
Phone: +234-1-8936481, +234-1-8936482
Department: Haematology & Blood Transfusion
Services: Comprehensive sickle cell care, bone marrow transplant evaluation, hydroxyurea therapy
University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan
Address: Queen Elizabeth Road, Ibadan, Oyo State
Phone: +234-2-2410089
Department: Haematology
Services: Leading sickle cell research center, comprehensive care
Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH)
Address: Shika, Zaria, Kaduna State
Phone: +234-69-550473
Department: Haematology & Blood Transfusion
Services: Comprehensive sickle cell care, hydroxyurea clinic, newborn screening
National Orthopaedic Hospital Lagos
Address: 120/124 Ikorodu Road, Fadeyi, Lagos
Phone: +234-1-8115777
Specialty: Sickle cell bone complications, avascular necrosis
Services: Joint replacement, orthopedic surgery for sickle cell complications
Financial Assistance & Support Programs
National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)
Coverage: Basic sickle cell treatment coverage
Registration: Through NHIS offices nationwide
Website: www.nhis.gov.ng
- Hydroxyurea medication coverage
- Basic hospital consultations
- Emergency treatment coverage
Lagos State Health Scheme (LSHS)
Eligibility: Lagos State residents
Coverage: Enhanced sickle cell benefits
Registration: LSHS centers across Lagos
- Free routine sickle cell medications
- Discounted specialist consultations
- Emergency care coverage
Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria
Address: Plot 267 Muhammadu Buhari Way, Central Business District, Abuja
Phone: +234-9-2348056
Email: info@sicklecellfoundation.com
Website: www.sicklecellfoundation.com
International Sickle Cell Centers
🇺🇸 United States
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - Memphis, Tennessee
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Boston Children's Hospital - Boston, Massachusetts
- Children's National Hospital - Washington, D.C.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust - London
- Great Ormond Street Hospital - London
- King's College Hospital - London
🇫🇷 France
- Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades - Paris
- Hôpital Henri Mondor - Créteil
Prescription Assistance Programs
Hydroxyurea (Siklos, Droxia)
In Nigeria:
- NHIS Coverage: Available through national health insurance
- Generic Options: More affordable generic versions available
- Hospital Pharmacies: Often have subsidized pricing
- State Programs: Some states provide free hydroxyurea
Pain Medications
Over-the-Counter:
- Generic acetaminophen and ibuprofen widely available
- Bulk purchasing through pharmacies for better pricing
Prescription:
- NHIS coverage for prescribed pain medications
- Hospital pharmacy programs
Reliable Pharmacy Networks
- MedPlus Pharmacy - Multiple locations nationwide
- Alpha Pharmacy - Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt
- Hospital Pharmacies - LUTH, UCH, ABUTH pharmacies
- NAFDAC Verified Pharmacies - Ensure medication authenticity
Crisis Support & Emergency Funds
24/7 Crisis Support Hotlines
- Mental Health Crisis: +234-806-210-6493
- National Emergency: 112, 199, 911
- Sickle Cell Emergency: Contact nearest teaching hospital
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