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Tag: SCD

Posted inHealth, Health Supplements, Supplements

Understanding Sickle Cell Disease

by AmeriHealth Caritas District of ColumbiaAugust 7, 2024August 7, 2024

Sickle cell disease is a genetic blood disorder caused by a mutation in the gene that tells your body to make hemoglobin, and can lead to various complications such as anemia, fatigue, and organ damage.

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Sickle cell disease disproportionately affects African Americans. (CDC photo)
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Foundation Shines Light on Sickle Cell for Awareness Month

by Sarafina Wright –Washington Informer Staff WriterSeptember 12, 2018October 31, 2020
A biopharmaceutical company has submitted a new drug application requesting approval for a new sickle cell drug. (Courtesy photo)
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Patients, Health Professionals Observe World Sickle Cell Day

by WI Guest AuthorJune 19, 2018October 31, 2020
Courtesy of oneSCDvoice via Twitter
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by WI Guest AuthorDecember 13, 2017October 31, 2020
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Dr. Kevin Williams Talks About Sickle Cell Disease in the Black Community

by WI Guest AuthorJuly 18, 2017October 31, 2020

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