Blog Post 7_Fall 2020

coc222 |

World Hope International

    1. WHI is a multi-national non-profit dedicated to alleviating global poverty and improving global health, has been instrumental in providing access to resources and facilitating networking opportunities within Sierra Leone during our team’s developmental phase.
    2. They are actively stationed in countries including Liberia, Haiti and other Sub-Saharan African countries.
    3. Following integration into large hospitals, WHI has interests aligned with our goal to develop education and screening programs for Peripheral Health Units (PHUs) in peri-urban and rural areas
    4. Responsible for developing Community Health Worker (CHW) systems in the Bombali, Tonkolili, and Kareneh districts of Sierra Leone and have excellent ground network to integrate sickle cell education and testing into PHUs and these CHWs work with

We would like to work with WHI to leverage their social capital and their political capital. They have allowed us to access their office space and other practical resources within Sierra Leone. They split the risks with us to help us advance our venture forward. In return, as a symbiotic relationship, we provide passionate goals to innovate impact and implementation of our device, while at the same time, having the ability to conduct in-field research with evidence based approaches. Since WHI will serve as a significant partner to help establish our venture after launch, we must strengthen this partnership by connecting with someone internally within the organization, to have larger discussions about what needs to be done in order to have the device implemented successfully.

 

Sickle Cell Careers Awareness Network (SCCAN)

    1. SCCAN is an organization that aims to raise awareness about SCD, treatment and prevention while also offering practical support for those with SCD.
    2. Our team aims to collaborate with SCCAN through SCD treatment efforts. We could reimburse the profits of our product into SCCAN for penicillin prophylaxis and hydroxyurea supplements.
    3. We are part of a coalition working together towards a common goal

With SCCAN we have a symbiotic relationship as they provide the legal cover for our ventures in the country since they are legal organizations as a nonprofit and we can serve as their partners. We bring specific areas of expertise that the organization may not have and possibly additional revenues to be used for SCD treatment. Overall, we have the ability to go out and innovate with evidence based approaches. The team currently doesn’t have close collaboration with someone who is a part of this organization, so in order to strengthen that, we must find contact with someone internally to keep constant contact with in order to see how they can offer support to our venture.

 

Dr. Cheedy Jaja

    1. Interests aligns with our goals: currently is researching sickle cell disease (SCD), pharmacogenetics and health care disparities.
    2. Has built excellent relationships with relevant stakeholders in Sierra Leone and created partnerships with SCD patient advocacy groups to organize and conduct community advocacy campaigns to increase SCD education and awareness.
    3. Is a PI for the Sierra Leone Sickle Cell Disease Data Collection Project with an approved IRB surveillance and support from the US Department Fulbright Scholar.
    4. Is an expert SCD consultant on the Sierra Leone Ministry of Health and Sanitation Sickle Cell Disease Technical Working Group. The group is currently developing guidelines for clinical management of SCD in Sierra Leone. He represents Sierra Leone on the African Newborn Screening and Early Intervention Consortium.
    5. He has assembled a multidisciplinary team with expertise in multiple areas (nursing science, hematology, implementation science, public health, qualitative methods, and epidemiology) pertinent for successful execution of our proposed study
    6. Our team has been in contact with Dr. Cheedy Jaja and we have developed a plan to begin alpha testing using his patient’s blood under his IRB approval. Our team and Dr. Jaja have similar goals and can use each other’s partnership beneficially.

With Dr. Cheedy Jaja, it is a symbiotic partnership where working with him will expand his connections and relationships with our team and possibly lead up to connecting us with key partners he has established (being the link to other sources). We have been keeping close contact with Dr. Cheedy Jaja, but what could strengthen our relationship is that we can continue to update him with our venture’s plan and where we stand right now, so he could offer advice or suggestions.

 

Dr. Ranju Gupta

    1. A local hematologist who works with sickle cell patients at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) for laboratory testing of sickle cell blood samples to determine the device’s accuracy in the current developmental phase. 
    2. Also, looking to receive HbS blood samples from LVHN in the near future

We have a symbiotic relationship with Dr. Ranju Gupta, who provides the validation of our device’s stage for early clinical trials and brings credibility to our device, while we help to expand his connections and participation in SCD-related projects like ours. We can strengthen our with Dr. Ranju Gupta by constantly checking up on him through email and asking about what is the current outlook on SCD patients he’s had so far.

 

Local Blood Bank in Bethlehem

    1. Providing us with purified blood samples
      1. Currently we are only approved to accept healthy (HbA) blood samples from the bank, but we aim to accept SCD (HbS) blood from them as well
      2. This relationship is not necessarily symbiotic as we do not provide much value to them, but we do not ask much for them and they generously help us

The local blood banks in a way, provided us validation of our device during the clinical trials stage as we need to test our device with real blood to see if it is functioning as planned. Although the relationship is not symbiotic, as a team we could establish a stronger partnership with them by letting them know what the blood samples are being used for and when we run low on stock, we could become one of their recipients on their database that commonly requests for blood samples.

4,850 thoughts on “Blog Post 7_Fall 2020”

  1. Dale, played by Charlie Day, probably has the least horrible boss in Jennifer Aniston, playing a completely different character than people are used to seeing her in. 타다라필

    Reply

  2. I’ve been browsing on-line more than three hours today, but I by no means discovered any
    fascinating article like yours. It is beautiful worth sufficient for me.
    In my opinion, if all website owners and bloggers made excellent
    content material as you probably did, the net will likely be a
    lot more helpful than ever before.

    my blog post: login

    Reply

  8. Awesome issues here. I’m very satisfied to see your post.

    Thank you so much and I am having a look forward to contact
    you. Will you kindly drop me a mail?

    My homepage; homepage

    Reply

  9. Wow, amazing blog layout! How long have you been blogging for?

    you made blogging look easy. The overall look of your website is
    magnificent, let alone the content!

    Feel free to surf to my blog post: howtocontrolyourmind

    Reply

  10. Thank you, I’ve just been looking for information approximately this subject for a long
    time and yours is the best I have came upon so far.
    However, what about the bottom line? Are you sure concerning the supply?

    Feel free to surf to my blog; trafficking

    Reply

  11. Thanks , I’ve recently been searching for info approximately this subject for a while and yours is the greatest I have found out so far.
    However, what concerning the conclusion? Are you sure in regards to
    the supply?

    My web site :: آذرخش

    Reply

  13. Hey there, I think your website might be having browser compatibility issues.
    When I look at your blog in Firefox, it looks fine
    but when opening in Internet Explorer, it has some overlapping.

    I just wanted to give you a quick heads up! Other then that, superb blog!

    My site … sex Japanese 18+

    Reply

  14. Magnificent beat ! I would like to apprentice whilst you amend your website, how could i subscribe for a blog web
    site? The account helped me a applicable deal. I were a little bit familiar
    of this your broadcast provided vibrant transparent idea

    Check out my blog; sur-mesure

    Reply

  15. I just could not depart your web site prior to suggesting that I actually
    loved the standard info a person provide in your
    visitors? Is going to be back often to check up
    on new posts

    Review my web blog – novelle

    Reply

  16. Experience the unparalleled convenience and efficiency of Texty Pro,
    the best landline text messaging service for businesses in North America.

    With Texty Pro, you can effortlessly send and receive
    SMS text messages with your customers across North America
    using your existing landline or VoIP phone number.

    Engage with your customers directly, schedule messages in advance, or utilize our
    intuitive text message templates from your computer.
    For those times when you are on the move, the Texty Pro mobile app ensures you remain connected,
    anytime, anywhere.

    For your customers, texting your landline number will be as seamless and familiar as
    texting any mobile phone number. No confusion, no complications—just clear and straightforward communication.

    Discover the transformative power of landline texting for your business.
    Try Texty Pro with Apple Intelligence today and elevate your customer interactions to a new level of professionalism.

    My web page How to Text From My Business Phone Number with Apple Intelligence

    Reply

  20. This substance is composed exceptionally well. Your utilization of arranging while mentioning your focuses makes your objective facts clear and straightforward. Much obliged to you. Tonic Greens

    Reply

  25. Join the Typhu88 community for daily wins, rewards, and a world of fun.Typhu88 brings the excitement of gaming to your fingertips with incredible prizes and bonuses. typhu88

    Reply

  29. This is such an awesome asset, to the point that you are giving and you give it away for nothing. I cherish seeing blog that comprehend the worth. Im happy to have discovered this post as its such a fascinating one! I am dependably watchful for quality posts and articles so i assume im fortunate to have discovered this! I trust you will be including more later on… download premium WordPress themes GPL

    Reply

  31. I was surfing net and luckily ran over this site and discovered exceptionally intriguing stuff here. Its truly enjoyable to peruse. I delighted in a considerable measure. A debt of gratitude is in order for sharing this superb data. Freepik Premium Downloader

    Reply

  32. This substance is composed exceptionally well. Your utilization of arranging while mentioning your focuses makes your objective facts clear and straightforward. Much obliged to you. Alpha Bites

    Reply

  35. This substance is composed exceptionally well. Your utilization of arranging while mentioning your focuses makes your objective facts clear and straightforward. Much obliged to you. Lipozem

    Reply

  42. I always used to read paragraph in news papers but now as I am a user
    of net therefore from now I am using net for articles, thanks to web.

    Also visit my web blog lgo hoki

    Reply

  43. I know this if off topic but I’m looking into starting
    my own weblog and was curious what all is needed to
    get setup? I’m assuming having a blog like yours would cost a pretty penny?
    I’m not very web smart so I’m not 100% sure.
    Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.
    Kudos

    Feel free to surf to my blog post: Best Vastu Shastra Consultant in India

    Reply

  44. Riona Beauty Wigs in Ottawa offers an extensive selection of high-quality synthetic and human hair wigs, specializing in helping clients feel confident. With a compassionate approach, our team provides a supportive experience for those facing hair loss. We cater especially to chemo patients, offering wigs and custom fittings in a private, welcoming environment. Riona Beauty also provides virtual consultations to help clients explore options from home, ensuring a personalized experience. Visit Riona Beauty for wigs tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Wigs in Ottawa

    Reply

  45. Creamy Cajun Chicken from Cooking with Genius combines bold flavors with a rich, velvety sauce for a mouthwatering dish. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, then simmered in a creamy, garlic-infused sauce with a touch of heat. This flavorful, one-pan meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Serve it over rice or pasta to soak up the delicious sauce, offering a satisfying and aromatic experience with every bite.

    Reply

  46. I really like your blog.. very nice colors & theme.
    Did you create this website yourself or did you hire someone
    to do it for you? Plz answer back as I’m looking to construct my own blog and
    would like to find out where u got this from.
    cheers

    Here is my page – 비아그라 사이트

    Reply

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *