Efforts to Combat Rare Diseases
Dr. Pedro Rodriguez and his team in are focusing on rare diseases, aiming to connect patients with genetic testing and medical support, while collecting vital data to enhance understanding of these conditions in Africa.
The research, funded by international organizations, seeks to address the lack of genetic disease data from non-European ancestries, aiming to build a comprehensive genetic data library to benefit patients and the global scientific community.
Personal Stories and Challenges
Families in Dakar, like that of Ndeye Lam, face heartbreaking losses and challenges due to rare genetic diseases, highlighting the urgent need for early diagnosis and treatment options that are often unavailable.
The story of Fatoumata Binta Sané's daughter, Aissata, illustrates the importance of genetic testing and early intervention in managing conditions like glutaric acidemia type I, which can lead to severe consequences if untreated.