Posts Tagged ‘Living’
Sickle Cell Free, Part 4: Life After Stem Cell Transplant
This is the finale of the interview with Raheem C, the sickle cell patient who underwent a stem cell transplant and is now sickle cell free! Congratulations Raheem! Live free and be happy!
Read MoreSickle Cell Free, Part 2: Stem Cell Donation
In Part 2; Raheem, a 33 year old patient who recently underwent stem cell transplant, talks about the stem cell donation and retrieval process…which surprisingly is not as grueling as you might think…
Read MoreSickle 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!
Read MorePlaying 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.
Read MoreSickle Cell and Pregnancy
Many of us have heard over and over again that having sickle cell and being pregnant puts you in a high risk category. Set your mind at ease pregnant moms-to-be…Sickle Cell Warrior has done some research for you.
Read MoreTransitioning From Teen to Adult with SCD, part II
April explores the steps of helping your teen gain independence and successfully transition into the adult system.
Read MoreDo Not Call me a Sickler!!!
Tosin explains why the word ‘sickler’ is an anathema to her. Words have power. Do not allow a word to limit your dreams, aspirations and potential.
Read MoreHappy New Year
Happy New Year everyone! I can’t wait for 2010!
Read MorePlacing the Blame
Do children blame their parents for giving them sickle cell? For a first person tale, read on.
Read MoreVacation Plans
Okay, it’s decided, we are going to MAUI!!! WOOHOO! I’ve never been to Hawaii so this is going to be a great one for me. The trip is planned for right after my current work contract, I can’t wait! In other news I’m doing great, not much to report on anything. My health is good,…
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