Sickle Cell Anemia Awareness Month
September is Sickle Cell Anemia Awareness month. Those affected with this blood disease are predominantly Black Americans. There are numerous celebrities and noteworthy individuals who suffer or care for someone who suffers from the disease. And during the month, there will be various fundraisers and events. Read on to view a list of our favorite events. Continue Reading >>
Stem Cell Research and Sickle Cell Disease
In continued support of Sickle Cell awareness month, I want to touch on a hot button topic currently being tossed around in our nation’s capitol: Stem Cell Research. An injunction against President Obama’s executive order to allow federal money to fund the research has been filed. Promising research on such diseases as Sickle Cell and Parkinson’s are being affected. Please leave a comment!
Sickle Cell Anemia Awareness Month
This month, numerous charitable organizations will be acknowledging Sickle Cell Disease by promoting awareness and education. Many Black Americans live with this disease everyday. If you know someone suffering from this disease, please take time to speak to them about it. Now is a great time to learn about the disease and become an active supporter. For events click.. Continue Reading >>
Who Fought Sickle Cell Disease and Won?
It’s a beautiful success story. An incurable disease, a celebrity parent, and access to the best healthcare money can buy. I am extremely happy for NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer and his family. They beat sickle cell disease! Their story is one full of hope. Yet, I am saddened because I look into my daughters eyes and wish she had the same resources to fight the disease. Continue Reading >>
September is Sickle Cell Anemia Awareness Month
This month, numerous charitable organizations will be acknowledging Sickle Cell Disease by promoting awareness and education. This is a great time to learn about the disease and become an active supporter. Inside of this post is a list of sponsored events occurring during the month. Check them out!