Enhancing Sickle Cell Care – The Role of the Pharmacist

In recognition of World Blood Donation Day (June 14) and World Sickle Cell Day (June 19), the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH) is proud to host a virtual CPD-accredited webinar titled “Enhancing Sickle Cell Care – The Role of the Pharmacist.” This timely and interactive training program will assemble a distinguished panel of experienced facilitators, including pharmacist specialists in sickle cell care, representatives from the National Blood Service Ghana, and individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD).

This webinar is designed to spotlight the critical role pharmacists play across the continuum of SCD care—from medication optimization and patient support, to policy advocacy and blood donation campaigns. With a mix of clinical insights, lived experiences, and public health perspectives, the session aims to deepen understanding and inspire action among pharmacists to become key change agents in SCD care delivery in Ghana and beyond.

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

 i. Gain valuable clinical insights into the latest treatment protocols for Sickle Cell Disease.

ii. Hear first-hand perspectives from a person living with SCD and understand the psychosocial dimensions of care.

iii. Learn how blood donation and pharmacy practice intersect, and how you can lead meaningful change through donation drives.

iv. Explore how public-private partnerships are expanding access to standard SCD care, and how pharmacists can influence these systems.

v. Receive CPD credits upon successful participation, in line with professional development requirements.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

 i. Presentation by pharmacist experts on medication optimization and evolving SCD management strategies

ii. Personal testimony from a patient navigating life with Sickle Cell Disease

iii. Engagement with the National Blood Service Ghana on the pharmacist’s role in blood donation

iv. Opportunity for interactive Q&A with speakers and peers

v. Participation in a highly focused, CPD-accredited learning experience designed for immediate application in practice

TOPICS TO BE PRESENTED

 1. Pharmacist Experts in Sickle Cell Disease
Subtopic: New and Current Trends in Sickle Cell Disease Management

Focus: This session will explore the latest treatment options for SCD, highlight the pharmacist’s role in optimizing medication use, and examine how patient support and public-private partnerships are enhancing access to standard care.

2. Person Living with Sickle Cell Disease
Subtopic: Living with Sickle Cell – The Daily Journey

Focus: A first-hand account from an individual living with SCD, offering insights into the daily challenges, personal resilience, and the impact of compassionate and coordinated healthcare support.

3. Representative – National Blood Service Ghana
Subtopic: Caring Beyond Medicines – The Role of Blood Donation in SCD Management
Focus: This session will emphasize the life-saving role of blood transfusions in SCD care, and discuss how pharmacists can actively contribute to blood donation awareness and drive participation through community engagement.

PARTICIPANT CONSENT AND DATA PRIVACY NOTICE

By registering for this webinar, you consent to participate in a training session hosted by Continuous Education Services (CES) on behalf of the PSGH. The registration process requires the submission of personal information, which is necessary for administering the event and issuing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accreditation through the appropriate regulatory bodies, including the Pharmacy Council (MDC).

Please be assured that CES is committed to protecting your privacy. Your personal data will not be shared with any other third-party entities outside of the regulatory scope. Data sharing will be limited solely to the relevant accreditation bodies for the purposes of CPD validation.

You may opt out of participation at any time. Your decision to withdraw will not affect your data confidentiality, which remains a top priority throughout.

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This will be a virtual event. It will be streamed LIVE on this page.

Date: Thu, the 26th of June 2025

Time: 14:00 - 1800 GMT (4:00-6:00 pm Local Time) 

Target Audience: Pharmacists

Moderator: Full Name (Position)

The agenda is available to download in the downloads section.