Patient Leader Spotlight: Elle ColeThis Sickle Cell Awareness Month, we're taking the opportunity to shine a light on some of our community's most influential change makers. This week, we're featuring sickle cell advocate, caregiver... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
World Sickle Cell Day 2022 Giveaway!The World Sickle Cell Day 2022 Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! World Sickle Cell Day is on June 19, 2022. This is a time for warriors... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Ask the Advocates: Rare Disease DayRare Disease Day® is celebrated on the last day of February every year. This year, it falls on February 28, 2022. This day is designed to support those living with... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
In America: What’s That?The In America survey is now closed. Are you one of the millions of people dealing with sickle cell disease? Whether you are looking to try new treatments, have your... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sickle Cell Awareness Month 2021We are so excited to participate in National Sickle Cell Awareness Month this year! This month is for all of the strong sickle cell warriors out there. We have activities... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Sickle Cell Awareness Month 2021 GiveawayWe are so excited to participate in National Sickle Cell Awareness Month this year! This month is for all of the strong sickle cell warriors out there. One way that... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Self-Care and CreativitySickle cell can cause feelings of worry and leave you overwhelmed. Finding ways to cope with the emotions and experiences that come with sickle cell can be difficult. Self-care is... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sickle Cell Disease and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is World Sickle Cell Day?World Sickle Cell Day is celebrated on June 19 every year. Established in 2008 by the United Nations General Assembly, World Sickle Cell Day acknowledges sickle cell disease as a... By sonia-dattaray3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
World Sickle Cell Day 2021 Hydration Giveaway!World Sickle Cell Day is coming up on June 19! To celebrate a day that sheds much-needed awareness on sickle cell, we are giving away 1 insulated water bottle with... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to better management of my symptoms (and I could... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How Can I Stay Up-To-Date on Sickle-Cell.com?At Sickle-Cell.com, we empower people diagnosed with sickle cell and caregivers to connect by learning, sharing, and educating with other community members. Here are ways to get the most from... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Terms and Conditions for the Sickle Cell Hydration GiveawayOfficial Rules, Terms, and Conditions for the Sickle Cell Hydration Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED... By Editorial Team 9 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Understanding My Body - Coloring PageSickle cell disease is caused by an abnormal protein in red blood cells. This can cause different symptoms and complications, including joint pain, leg ulcers, and acute chest syndrome. Knowing... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Self-Care in Uncertain TimesSelf-care might sound like a buzzword, but in the face of pandemics and natural disasters, it’s downright necessary. There is a fine balance between protecting your physical health and guarding... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
