Sickle Cell Free, Part 3: The Transplant
It’s amazing how many myths existed in the sickle cell community regarding the stem cell transplant. Raheem tells us the hardcore truth!
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Participate in New Research Study for Women
A study at Wayne State University is looking for African American women with sickle cell disease who are over the age of 18 to participate in a research study about their reproductive health. Women will be asked to participate in a 1 ½ – 2 hour interview and complete a short 5 minute questionnaire. Participants
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Traveling Abroad with Sickle Cell
Question: I am a sickle cell warrior and I’m afraid to travel to certain countries like Ukraine or China. Help! Okay, so I know that one of the main tenets of this blog is that sickle cell should not limit you. And I say that if you wish to travel to other countries, go for
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February, 2012 News Roundup
So many great strides I have tears in my eyes. $6 million raised in 1 night, new research with carbon monoxide, and insurance in NJ has to pay for bone marrow & stem cell transplants. Here is your monthly SC news roundup!
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Playing in the Snow with Sickle Cell
Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you have to be hibernating next to the heater. Here are some great tips to keep you pain free and yet able to go outdoors in the cold.
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Meet Tunde: Christian, Accountant, Warrior, Catch!
Tunde is a chartered accountant that lives and works in Lagos, Nigeria. My matchmaking sensors are ringing for this one!
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Meet Teara: Student, Mother, Warrior
This week’s warrior is Teara, is a sweet, gracious young lady. She’s a mom, student and working woman. Through all her struggles with the challenges of sickle cell, she is able to count her blessings with a smile on her face.
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Checking In…
Hello everyone, It’s been a few months since I posted on here. First of all I need to apologize for the silence. I know that it may have been very frustrating to come here with no new updates. Since October, I’ve faced alot of challenges in my life and health, and it seemed that I
Mid-November 2011 News Roundup
So much has happened since our last issue. Great strides in research with mice–2 new studies!! More warriors cured with transplants, and amazing strides taken in sickle cell research and care all over the world. Read on…
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