Sickle Cell Disease

3 years ago I came across T.J’s Facebook Sickle Cell Support group.  His views really resonated with my own and how I was managing my daughter’s care. T.J is a young sickle cell warrior who is knowledgeable about holistic foods and wholesome healthcare. He travels across the country sharing his knowledge and experiences with others. I am very […]

My first interview for #30forSickleCell comes from a mother with whom I can relate. I am happy God has allowed us to connect with one another to lend encouragement and  support as we raise our children. Although Sickle Cell (SC) disease may not affect every person in a family, it is something we must face together.  Louisetta Williams and I connected with via

Growing up, I don’t remember being told that I was a carrier of the sickle cell trait. Maybe I wasn’t born during a time when testing was mandatory for all newborns, like it is now. In fact, growing up I can only remember hearing about the disease once. There was one little girl in our community who had

Scientists at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory may have found a revolutionary advance to help patients with Beta Thalassemia. Their study could help prevent Sickle Cell Disease, however, it’s important to note that Beta Thalassemia and Sickle Cell patients have different genetic blood mutations. Yet, my heart skipped a beat for a second. I can now see