Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder that causes lifelong suffering—here's what you need to know
Right now, approximately 20 billion red blood cells are busy traveling through your blood vessels. They are delivering oxygen ...
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Sickle Cell Disease Surges In Rajasthan’s Tribal Districts, Over 10,000 Affected: Report
The spread of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) has reached concerning levels in Rajasthan, particularly in its tribal districts.
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Sickle Cell Trait Widely Misinterpreted As Cause of Death
A new review and policy statement underscore the inaccuracy of sickle cell trait as a cause of death on autopsies.
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Cherokee County man cured of sickle cell anemia complications at Atlanta hospital, he says
Kyle Registre's childhood dream of becoming a pilot can finally come true now that he says he's been cured of sickle cell complications.
New York Blood Center Enterprises Researchers Identify New Immune Response Mechanisms in Sickle Cell Disease
"This research provides crucial insights into how the immune system functions in sickle cell disease," said Dr. Karina Yazdanbakhsh, Vice President and Director of Research at New York Blood Center ...
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This medical breakthrough could change sickle cell forever
New gene therapies could transform sickle cell treatment forever. A future without pain crises or hospitalizations may finally be within reach.
‘Ground-breaking’ gene treatment for sickle cell disease to be rolled out on NHS
A GROUNDBREAKING genetic treatment with the potential to cure sickle cell disease will be rolled out on the NHS. The one-off ...
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Relief for SS People as Scientists Finally Discover 'Potential Cure' for Sickle Cell Disease
NHS approves £1.65m gene therapy for sickle cell disease, offering a potential cure. A milestone for patients, especially in ...
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Filling The Gaps: The Urgent Need For Sickle Cell Disease Data
Our fundamental challenge is not simply to create the data. Rather, it is to collect and analyze it systematically. Doing so ...
Sickle cell disease ‘cure’ to be offered to NHS patients
Around 1,700 people could be eligible for the one-time treatment, which is seen as a less risky alternative to a donor stem ...
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'Gets lost in the shuffle': Black spiritual leaders discuss health issues including Sickle Cell
"People who suffer from sickle cell have challenges that I don't believe we all know," Philpart said. "Sometimes it gets lost ...