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Sickle Cell News for July 2019

By shari.ann.wejsa@emory.edu On June 28, 2019 · Add Comment · In Newsletter, Uncategorized
To join or leave the listserv visit https://scinfo.org/newsletter/ Six essential updates for World Sickle Cell Day World Sickle Cell Day is held every June 19. The observance — established by the United Nations — is designed to increase knowledge and understanding of sickle cell disease, as well as the challenges that patients, their families and [...]
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Sickle Cell News for April 2019

By shari.ann.wejsa@emory.edu On April 2, 2019 · Add Comment · In Newsletter, Uncategorized
To join or leave the listserv visit https://scinfo.org/newsletter/ 60 Minutes airs: Gene Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease https://www.cbs.com/shows/60_minutes/video/kaxgqzPGVQulVXxP2ilWPqMZvWeraYeq/could-gene-therapy-cure-sickle-cell-anemia-/ Could gene therapy cure sickle cell anemia? An NIH clinical trial is ushering in a genetic revolution as an innovative type of gene therapy is used to attempt to cure sickle cell anemia. Dr. Jon LaPook reports. [...]
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Educational Coloring Book for Children: The Bear Necessities of Sickle Cell

By Erin Hecht On May 12, 2018 · Add Comment · In Patients and Families - Children, Uncategorized
Coloring is a popular pastime that both children and adults enjoy.  It has recently become more popular for adults because of the calming effect of the activity.  Over the years, I have observed both parents and children coloring popular cartoon characters in our inpatient and outpatient waiting areas.  I developed a coloring book that could [...]
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American Society of Hematology (ASH) Pocket Guides for Sickle Cell Disease

By calovel On November 25, 2015 · Add Comment · In Healthcare Providers - Medical Resources and Information, Uncategorized
Three downloadable pocket guides presented by ASH in 2014, adapted from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's Evidence Based Management of Sickle Cell Disease: Expert Panel Report, 2014:
  • Management of Acute Complications of Sickle Cell Disease
  • Health Maintenance and Management of Chronic Complications of Sickle Cell Disease
  • Hydroxyurea and Transfusion Therapy for the Treatment of Sickle Cell Disease
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