“Sickle Cell Boy”: An Illustration by Ellen Weinstein
“Sickle Cell Boy” was created by New-York based illustrator Ellen Weinstein. The illustration was used in a New York Times blog piece titled “Easing the Pain of Sickle Cell Disease” written by Roni Caryn Rabin.
Amazing Medical Art by Jacob Escott
Jacob Escott is London-based Art Director, Digital Designer & Illustrator. He graduated from De Montfort University where he studied Graphic Design & Illustration as well as Art & Design Foundation. Learn more about his work at his website: http://www.jacobescott.com/
Spoken Word Poet: Jasmine Bailey
Jasmine Bailey was a spoken word poet and sickle cell advocate. Bailey was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia at birth, and strived to support those who are affected by the disease.
Sickle Cell Natural Healing: A Mother’s Journey
Author: Tamika Moseley
After spending every three months of her newborn’s life in the hospital managing his sickle cell disease, Tamika Moseley knew she had to change what she was doing or the hospital would be her second home. In this deeply personal book, Tamika shares her story of the difficult journey she took to find natural ways to treat her son’s debilitating disease.
My Brother Has Sickle Cell
Author: Erica Gamble
From mom, professor, author and life coach Dr. Erica Gamble – a heartwarming story about a boy who happens to have sickle cell, based on her son, who has the disease.
Living With Sickle Cell Disease: The Struggle to Survive
Authors: Judy Gray Johnson and Leroy Williams Jr.
Living with Sickle Cell Disease: The Struggle to Survive is a story of Judy Gray Johnson’s perseverance in the face of living with a little-understood chronic illness.
How My Daughter Is a Survivor of Sickle Cell Disease
Author: Adrienne F. Easter
I Only Cry At Night
Author: P. Allen Jones
This is a personal story about overcoming many obstacles including sickle cell disease. P. Allen struggled out of poverty to a federal executive career despite living in pain. This book is an inspiration to anyone, especially those suffering with sickle cell disease.
Resilience: A Personal Story of Coping with the Ravages of Sickle Cell Disease… Against All Odds
Author: Judy Johnson
This book strengthens the resolve for those suffering from sickle cell disease in particular and anyone that may have a disability. This should be recommended reading for parents, educators, and anyone in the workplace who supervise those who may be classified as disabled.