Could your blood cells be used for research without your permission? Read more and share your thoughts after the jump
Could Your Blood Cells be Used for Research Without Your Permission? Read More »
Sometimes, you don’t have pain, but really don’t have the energy to go out and hit the town. Your blood counts are low. You’re tired. It’s not a crime.
Fatigue and Sickle Cell Read More »
Here are a few tips for bundling up and staying warm this cold season.
Staying Warm in Cold Weather with Sickle Cell Read More »
Short video about travel tips, stress and getting oxygen while on a plane.
Stress, Travel and Oxygen… Read More »
Learn all about fish oil, a simple, yet powerful remedy…
Fish Oil and Sickle Cell Read More »
One of the first things that patients with sickle cell want to know is how they can increase their hemoglobin levels. Hemoglobin is a protein found in red blood cells that binds and easily transfers oxygen all over the body. SC warriors have less red blood cells; which means we have less hemoglobin than other
How to Increase your Hemoglobin Read More »
For the last few years, many people have come to me asking about the efficacy of Dioscovite. I have never taken it, but I know many sickle cell warriors have with varied results. Some have said that it takes away daily pain completely, while others said that it eliminates their crises. On the other hand,
SC Remedy: Dioscovite Read More »
One of the warriors on the SCW Facebook page got me thinking about infusion centers. I haven’t used them at all myself, but the discussion launched by Niki’s comment prompted me to do some research. An infusion center is usually affiliated with your hematologist’s office, outpatient center, or sickle cell clinic. [stextbox id=”alert” color=”000000″ bcolor=”690fef”
Infusion Centers: An Alternative to the Rigors of the ER Read More »
Nick, one of my favorite Warriors in the Spotlight, reflected recently on his best coping mechanism for dealing with sickle cell. And now here is the secret, for all of you.
Humor: The Best Medicine For SC Read More »
Have you ever wondered why you have pain or a crises after a night of drinking? Well let me break it down for you.
Why Alcohol and Sickle Cell Don’t Mix Read More »
