Wilson used to hate taking medication, but now he sees it as a tool for the management of sickle cell disease.

When Keli Jones' son was diagnosed with sickle cell, she learned that parenting, if anything, means showing up, every day, ...

Hospital admissions can feel overwhelming when you live with sickle cell disease (SCD), regardless of where you receive care.

As a sickle cell warrior and advocate, I see September as our time to really shine! I advocate for sickle cell 365 days a ...

Genetix Biotherapeutics is teaming up with the National Football League Alumni Association for a campaign to increase awareness of one-time genetic treatments for sickle cell disease (SCD). “Despite ...

Advocacy groups across the U.S. are hosting events in September in recognition of Sickle Cell Awareness Month.

Share this page with email Share this page on Facebook Share this page on X Share this page on Reddit I was born with sickle cell disease, so as long as I’ve been alive, it’s been part of my story.

Note: This column describes the author’s own experiences with an array of treatments. Not everyone will have the same response to treatment. Consult your doctor before starting or stopping a therapy.

Common pain relievers, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or acetaminophen, combined with standard opioid care, may provide meaningful relief for acute pain in people with sickle ...

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