Honored Sickle Cell JourneyI have experienced a lot of difficulties for my daughter with her school. After years of fighting against the "school system" I decided to enroll her in virtual school. This... By Andressa Hunsel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Life with Sickle Cell in a Warmer Paradise: My Journey to WellnessLiving with sickle cell in a warmer climate has been both a challenge and a blessing for me. As someone who has always dreamt of basking in the sun and... By Jenica Leah3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
7 Tips to Prepare Sickle Cell Warriors for VacationAs a caregiver, I was encouraged and shocked to meet warriors who live limitless lives and have traveled the world. Meeting them inspired me to make sure that I give... By Elle Cole4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Sickle Cell Awareness Day: How and Why We Raise AwarenessFor this World Sickle Cell Day, we asked our Health Leaders, "How and why do you raise awareness for sickle cell disease (SCD)?" In response, they shared their personal experiences... By Sickle-Cell.com Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Power of Positivity: Nurturing HopeHow many times have you had to tell yourself to be positive? Personally, I have stopped counting. How many times have a medical professional told you to be “positive.” In... By Chesterfield Hall2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sickle Cell Advocacy and ActivismToday, I took one brief moment to glance at my reflection in the mirror, while I prepared for a big pitch with a pharmaceutical company. As I worked on my... By Wunmi Bakare3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Challenging ER visitsOMG it has been quite a journey the past few weeks. It has been awhile since I needed to go to the Emergency Room with my princess. My little princess... By Andressa Hunsel3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
New Beginnings Settling InAfter my European escapade and tour of the Midwest I moved into my new apartment in Indianapolis. Moving is so unnecessarily stressful from apartment hunting to tours and applications. I... By Halimat Olaniyan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sleeves Up for Sickle CellSickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. In the United States alone, it is estimated that more than 100,000 people live with this... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Importance of Sickle Cell Caregiver Education and How to HelpIt has been almost 2 years since my little princess was diagnosed with chronic back pain. In several articles, I have shared my experience and I believe that it is... By Andressa Hunsel4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Embracing a Holistic Lifestyle with Sickle CellLiving with sickle cell is a unique journey that often requires careful consideration of various aspects of our health and well-being. Transitioning to a holistic lifestyle can be both empowering... By Jenica Leah2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Nurturing Meaning and PurposeLife is full of ups and downs, and declining health can sometimes make it challenging to maintain a sense of meaning and purpose. Finding meaning and purpose in life has... By Chesterfield Hall2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Here We Go AgainThe last time I talked about love over two years ago, I thought I had met the one. What a cliche. I'm not sure if there is just one right... By Halimat Olaniyan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Best Part of Living with Sickle Cell That You Might Be IgnoringWhy do some people think nothing good can come from living with sickle cell? They feel like every day is miserable for someone living with this disease. Maybe they need... By Abayomi Afolayan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to Prepare Your Child With Sickle Cell To Have a Safe and Enjoyable SummerSummer is a time for fun and adventure, but for sickle cell caregivers, it can also be a time of increased worry. With the warmer weather comes outdoor activities like... By Elle Cole4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Withdrawing from Those Around MeWhen my pain levels rise, I tend to withdraw from those around me. What comes to my mind is the safety mechanism of the turtle when the turtle has to... By Chesterfield Hall2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
My Child's Testing & Appointment ScheduleI often talk to parents about sickle cell disease (SCD), even if they do not have a child with SCD. I recently had an interesting conversation with a mom, and... By Andressa Hunsel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
The Placebo EffectOur minds are really amazing. They can make us believe we’re not in pain when we should be or that we are in pain/danger when we’re not. I really believe... By Halimat Olaniyan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
The Rise and Fall of My Mental Health With Sickle CellWe all know that mental health and mental health issues are not talked about enough and I feel like it is because it is not encouraged in many homes, especially... By Abayomi Afolayan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Educating Our Kids Living With Sickle CellI am proud to announce that my newest children's book will be published in the summer of 2023. It will be a special book that I wrote together with my... By Andressa Hunsel2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments