The Observatory for the Well-being of Albinos in Congo (OBEAC) is sounding the alarm about the worrying situation of people with albinism in Lubumbashi. Simon Pierre Kalenga, president of this association, expresses his concern about the numerous deaths caused by skin diseases, particularly skin cancers, which affect albinos.
Since the start of the year, seven people with albinism have lost their lives, and several others are seriously ill, according to this association. Faced with this situation, Simon Pierre Kalenga calls for urgent intervention by the authorities and people of good will to provide help to albinos.
He calls in particular for the distribution of sunscreen, parasols and hats to protect the skin of albinos against the harmful effects of the sun. These preventive measures could make a big difference in the lives of people with albinism, who also face discrimination, explains Simon Pierre Kalenga. They are often denied jobs, making it difficult for them to finance their medical care.
Environmental pollution further aggravates their situation, increasing the risk of skin diseases adds OBEAC. According to this association, skin diseases and the significant number of deaths recorded within the albino community could be avoided with preventive measures. He calls for collective mobilization to reduce the mortality rate among albinos and improve their quality of life.
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