One of the largest sickle cell foundations is the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America. The goal of the SCDAA is “to advocate for and enhance our membership’s ability to improve the quality of health, life and services for individuals, families and communities affected by sickle cell disease and related conditions, while promoting the search […]
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Kyle’s story sheds light on the need for people living with sickle cell disorder to trust their doctor. Kyle was hospitalized over a thousand times. For many sickle cell patients, hospitalizations are inevitable. As a result, sickle cell patients and their families should research their medical professionals and find the best specialists who will give them the care
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Did you know that with one device you can change the world? Something as small as a smartphone can amplify your influence so that it vibrates across the globe. One tweet can springboard and go viral. One YouTube video could make you into an internet celebrity, one meme can change how the world will view
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This post is sponsored by LifebankUSA. All opinions expressed herein are my own and may not reflect the views of the sponsor. Did you know that many mothers carry their babies for 10 months instead of just nine? In fact, the typical and recommended number weeks that a mother should carry her fetus is about
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Being a vegetarian or vegan is great. It can also be a big lifestyle change, but we learn to look forward to eating our fruits and vegetables. We can also count on our fresh foods being healthy for our bodies, as well as tasting good when our meals are seasoned well. The only downside is
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Madam Noire recently published an article about Sickle Cell Anemia in response to an article published on Mother Jones‘ website. The article stood out to me because it added a buzz in people’s ears about the disease. As a mother parenting a child with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) I want everyone to know and understand what
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I first met Zarifa Roberson when I was doing my 30 for Sickle Cell blog posts at the Stomp Out Sickle Cell 5k walk held in DC. Zarifa is a great inspiration and her quarterly magazine benefits those living with disabilities and people wanting to learn more about disabilities. Her passion for others really stood
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Growing up with sickle cell disease is a constant learning experience. Throughout a patient’s life he or she has to constantly monitor how different behaviors and food affect their bodies. Today’s interview comes from a teenager who is defying odds and living her dreams while coping with sickle cell. Thank you for sharing your story, all the
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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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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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