2nd Social Media Account
BSCA launched its Instagram page “Bahamas Sickle Cell Association”.
2015 Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Celebrated “SICKLE CELL AWARENESS” month with appearances on Bahamas at Sunrise television show and NB12 news cast to promote and educate the public on the existence and activities of BSCA and the t-shirt day every Friday in September.
1st Quarterly Public Forum
In conjunction with the Bahamas Pharmaceutical Association (BPA), the BSCA hosted its first (1st) quarterly public forum at the J. Whitney Pinder building entitled, “The Management and Treatment of Sickle Cell Disease in Children & Young Adults”. The forum was a free presentation and panel discussion open to the general public with guest speaker, Dr. […]
1st Annual Mini Fair and Raffle
hosted its first (1st) Annual Mini Fair & Raffle on the Eastern Parade grounds. The BSCA in conjunction with sponsors offered free blood pressure and glucose testing, received blood donations, distributed pamphlets on SCD awareness, drew a raffle and raised funds through the sale of food and games. This event yield proceeds of $5,417.17
Procurement of Insurance Assistance
Begin Activities for procurement of Insurance Assistance andAffiliation with other Sickle Cell Associations worldwide
Relaunched Facebook Page
launched its new Facebook page “Bahamas Sickle Cell Association”.
2nd Annual Fun/Run/Walk
Hosted its second (2nd) annual Fun/Run Walkathon with two routes: a) the walkers – from Goodman’s Bay to the Melia Resort Hotel and back and b) the runners – from Goodman’s Bay to Sandyport Beach and back. Registration was $20 and the walk generated over 250 supporters. The Association raised $2,600.50 from this event.
1st Logo Competition
Launched its first logo competition crowning Ms. Kerri Bascom the winner and launched its 2015 slogan “Combat the Crisis”.
Establishment National Registry and Membership Drive
Begin activities for the establishment of a National Registry and membership drive.
Anniversary Supplement Publication
The Anniversary Supplement will be be published in The Nassau Guardian during the first week of April. Look out for It!