Memory Loss During Sickle Cell Crisis
Have you ever been in crisis that you don’t remember much of anything? Well then, this article is for you.
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Living with Sickle Cell
The Pros and Cons of a Port-a-Cath
After 5,489 needlesticks and IV starts, you have finally made a decision to get a Port-a-Cath. Here’s the 4-1-1 from other warriors like you.
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Sickle Cell and Tattoos
Ever thought of getting a tattoo but sickle cell has you a tad worried about it? Well then, this one is for you.
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Dealing with Medical Bills and Sickle Cell
How do you manage all the medical bills, co-pays, and deductibles that come from sickle cell hospitalizations and ER visits?
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Making the Team
Tamara details the importance of screening all members of your healthcare team— especially your doctors. Tryouts and Probation is mandatory, not optional.
Massages and Sickle Cell
Have you ever had a massage? Have you ever had a pain crisis afterwards? Well then this article is for you. Learn how to reduce pain after a lovely wonderful massage or spa day.
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Coping Strategy: Writing
Tamara gives us the best coping strategy for a Warrior, parent, or caregiver dealing with a chronic medical condition. Write it down!!
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Exercising with Sickle Cell
How can you exercise and work out without falling sick? Should we even work out? Check out what other sickle cell warriors suggest…
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Poem: A Love Lost
One of the sickle cell warriors on the facebook page shared this with me and it was so evocative I just had to share it with all of you.
Water of Life
Water is one of the cornerstones of a healthy sickle cell patient. There is no substitute to water.