Beyond Superheroes: Why Seeking Help Is Essential for Caregivers

Beyond Superheroes: Why Seeking Help Is Essential for Caregivers

Caregiving requires incredible strength, resilience, and compassion – traits that no one person can sustain indefinitely alone.

By Andressa HunselOctober 17, 2024
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Asking for Help, Reaching Out for Support

Asking for Help, Reaching Out for Support

Although living with sickle cell disease has sometimes benefited me by helping me realize who my true friends are more quickly than I could have known without it, I’ve still crossed paths with amazing people who have genuinely cared for me in my times of need.

By Lyric PorterOctober 10, 2024
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School and Sickle Cell Disease: Empowering Success Through Awareness and Support

School and Sickle Cell Disease: Empowering Success Through Awareness and Support

School is one of the most crucial environments for growth, learning, and socializing, but for children with sickle cell disease, it can also present unique challenges.

By Andressa HunselSeptember 19, 2024
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The Important Role of Knowledge in the Management of Sickle Cell Disease

The Important Role of Knowledge in the Management of Sickle Cell Disease

Many health care professionals in the hospital did not have a deep understanding of sickle cell disease. Without this knowledge, it is difficult for them to provide the best care.

By Andressa HunselSeptember 12, 2024
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My Five Steps When a Sickle Cell Crisis Starts

My Five Steps When a Sickle Cell Crisis Starts

When a crisis starts, it feels like the peaceful existence I once knew is crumbling away.

By Dunstan Nicol-WilsonSeptember 5, 2024
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Unlearning Masculinity as a Man With Sickle Cell

Unlearning Masculinity as a Man With Sickle Cell

To be complete, a man must be nurturing, resilient, emotionally available, open, and more.

By Dunstan Nicol-WilsonAugust 28, 2024
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