Sickle cell and thalassaemia service
The sickle cell and thalassaemia team offers a pan-Hackney
service to individuals at risk of having sickle cell disease, beta
thalassaemia major and other major haemoglobinopathies. Any
individuals wanting to ascertain their sickle cell/thalassaemia
status can walk in to the centre and request counselling and
screening. Not only do we work locally, we are seen as a national
resource.
Services
- Provide a targeted service to all newborn babies through
screening for sickle cell, thalassaemia and other related red blood
cell types
- Provide training, education and support to targeted groups
caring for or involved in care and management of individuals with
sickle cell and thalassaemia
- Work in partnership with other disciplines to increase health
promotion/education about sickle cell and thalassaemia to the
general public.
- Be a source of expertise and advice to healthcare professionals
locally and nationally in relation to sickle cell and
thalassaemia
Referrals
Referrals can be made by secondary and primary care, voluntary
and statutory organisations and carers. Patients may also self
refer.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday from 9.00am - 5.00pm.
Contact details
457 Queensbridge Road
Hackney, London
E8 3TS
Phone: 020 7683 4570
Fax: 020 7853 6709