Tips on Paying for CarePeople living with sickle cell disease (SCD) face high healthcare costs because of treatments and hospital visits. Health insurance plans may not...reactions1comment
Tips for Dealing with UncertaintyPeople with many chronic conditions, including sickle cell disease (SCD), experience “illness uncertainty.” This is the feeling when illness-related events are hard...reactions2comments
Staying Healthy in Colder MonthsSo the colder months are coming (depending on where you live) and as we all know the harsh cold temperatures are usually...reactions2comments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help You DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating in...reactions1comment
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But...reactionscomments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or...reactionscomments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactions1comment
Why Wasn't I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing...reactionscomments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactions1comment
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactions1comment
