Sankara-miji, Chiwon Kashi, Sickle Cell Anemia (SCA)
Sankara-miji, Chiwon Kashi, Sickle Cell Anemia (SCA), a Holistic Health and Traditional Medicines Approach. Walid S. Moukarim IPHM A presentation at the Maidunama Foundation Sickle Cell Day One Day Seminar, 21 st June 2018 “Sickle cell anaemia is not a curse nor is it a punishment, it is a challenge and a path to great blessings and rewards ” (W. S. Moukarim 2018) Treating ourselves or relatives when afflicted with an ailment is a necessity, it is thus wise we seek information on the various choices of health care available, with a view to objectively understand their pros and cons, and thus be in a position make an informed choice in seeking health, wellness and good health care. The light here is on African Traditional Medicines, be it Islamic, Christian, or Traditional Culture Based. These all have a holistic approach to health care as a core aspect of health and wellness. History has shown African traditional medicine is the oldest and perhaps ...