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Hope on the Horizon: The Future of Sickle Cell Disease Treatment and Outlook for Patients
As we figure out the studies of innovative treatments and therapies for Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), it is crucial to look ahead and...

Dwayne Golden
Jun 20, 20233 min read
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Advancing Hope: Exploring Innovative Treatments and Therexploreapies for Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) affects millions of individuals worldwide, causing chronic pain, organ damage, and a reduced quality of life....

Dwayne Golden
Jun 15, 20233 min read
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Sickle Cell Disease: How to Be an Advocate for Change
Photo via Pexels Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a group of inherited blood disorders that affect millions of people worldwide. Despite its...

Dwayne Golden
Jun 1, 20233 min read
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Tips for Managing Pain During a Sickle Cell Crisis
Photo via pexels Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder that affects the red blood cells, causing them to become misshapen and sticky....

Dwayne Golden
May 25, 20232 min read
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The Latest Breakthroughs and How They are Improving Patient Outcomes
Innovative Treatments and Therapies for Sickle Cell Disease Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic blood disorder that affects millions...

Dwayne Golden
Apr 30, 20232 min read
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Why Ignorance Is Not Bliss
Learn about the disparity in attention given to sickle cell disease compared to other illnesses, leading to mistreatment and stigma.

Dwayne Golden
Apr 2, 20233 min read
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Overcoming SCD Obstacles and Achieving Greatnes
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It is often associated with...

Dwayne Golden
Mar 20, 20232 min read
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Blood Type and Ethnicity Why They Matter for Sickle Cell Disease Patients
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is caused by a mutation in the gene...

Dwayne Golden
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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Gene-editing treatment shows promise for sickle cell disease
December 2020 This is exciting news! Scientists are getting closer to a CURE for Sickle Cell Disease! Gene-editing treatment shows...
SCPA Sickle Cell Council
Dec 5, 20201 min read
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Blood Donations Needed Among African Americans
CLICK ON THIS LINK for a Video about the need for increased blood donations from the African American community....
SCPA Sickle Cell Council
Nov 29, 20201 min read
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Sickle Cell Disease: Give Blood, Save a Life
CLICK ON THIS LINK for a CDC podcast to learn the importance of blood donations from African Americans to help people with SCD who might...
SCPA Sickle Cell Council
Nov 29, 20201 min read
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These Patients Had Sickle-Cell Disease. Experimental Therapies Might Have Cured Them.
ANOTHER VERY ENCOURAGING NEWS ARTICLE! PLEASE READ IT! ​ These Patients Had Sickle-Cell Disease. Experimental Therapies Might Have Cured...
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Nov 29, 20201 min read
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US approves new drug to manage sickle cell disease
CLICK on the LINK below to read about The FDA approves Crizanlizumab, First Targeted Therapy for Sickle Cell Crisis!...
SCPA Sickle Cell Council
Nov 15, 20201 min read
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The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Wed, Oct 23, 2019 Subject: NIH/Gates Foundation Collaboration to Develop Accessible, Gene-Based Cures for Sickle Cell Disease and HIV...
SCPA Sickle Cell Council
Oct 22, 20191 min read
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Possible Sickle Cell Disease Cure Discovered
CBS 21 News contacted Dr. Gwendolyn Poles, SCPASCC Board President, who lives with Sickle Cell Disease and asked to do a follow up to the...
SCPA Sickle Cell Council
Mar 11, 20191 min read
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