Today I was given an opportunity to explain to a few people about what Sickle Cell Disease is and what it means for the patients who live with it. More and more, I am understanding why silence must be stopped and the shame erased; as a result, I will continue to speak out and raise […]
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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
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If you have ever been ill then I am sure you understand the importance of finding a good doctor. A good doctor is patient, knowledgeable, compassionate, and caring. One of the doctors I know who fit this description is Dr. John Strouse. He is an amazing hematologist who helps treat pediatric patients with Sickle Cell
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By the time an expectant mom get’s into her third trimester, the realization starts sinking in: she’s been pregnant for over 5 months. And the baby is growing and nothing seems to fit. Most women will have in-depth pregnancy conversations during their third trimester, but only a few will talk about feeling gorgeous and stylish
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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
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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
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Parenting a child with Sickle Cell, isn’t easy, but with information, a strong support system, and compassionate doctors, the disease becomes bearable. Throughout this entire month, it is my goal to not only raise awareness about Sickle Cell Disease, but encourage people to learn more, donate, and support each other. My husband and I first
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