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Malaria, Sickle-Cell Anemia, and Natural SelectionThis paper explores the genetics behind malaria and sickle-cell anemia, a fascinating case where the presence of an allele for sickle-cell anemia prevents individuals from getting malaria -- explaining some natural selection in favor of the sickle-cell anemia allele.
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What is Sickle Cell Anemia?One in 5,000 Americans has sickle cell anemia, including my husband. This article explains what it is, and how it affects my husband. -
September is Sickle Cell Awareness MonthSickle cell disease (SCD) is a condition that affects people around the world. Due to the serious health problems associated with SCD there is a need to know more about the disease. -
Waging the Financial Healthcare War Against Sickle Cell DiseaseWhen it comes to your child's health, there's nothing a parent wouldn't do to help offset costs. Here's a quick guide to help you get started on finding a way to help pay costs associated with beating this disease. -
Overcoming Severe Back Pain in Pediatric Sickle Cell DiseaseFor children who have sickle cell disease, there is a need for aggressive treatment in managing severe back pain complications. Here is what parents need to know.
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How to Prevent Sickle Cell CrisisAlthough Sickle Disease, Anemia or the Trait cannot be cured, there are ways to reduce the amount of Sickle Cell crisis. The tips below will help Sickle Cell sufferers to live a healthy life.
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NCAA Mandates Testing All Student-Athletes for Sickle Cell TraitIn 2006, a football player collapsed after participating in pre-season drills. He died the next day due to complications from sickle cell trait. Beginning in August, all universities will be required to test all student-athletes for sickle cell trait.
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Statins Shown to Potential Prevent Serious Bacterial Infections in Sickle Cell PatientsThis article addresses a new basic research study, which showed that statins may potential help to prevent serious bacterial infections in patients with sickle cell disease. I will review the research study and findings.
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Thiocyanate: An All Natural Cure for Sickle Cell Anemia?Many people are disease free and alive today because they refused to accept that their condition was incurable. Is there a cure for sickle cell anemia? There just might be. -
Understanding Sickle Cell AnemiaI am a carrier for sickle cell anemia. So is my husband. We were blessed to have three healthy sons. But it could have turned out differently for us, as it has for others. Read on to better understand sickle cell anemia.
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Sickle Cell Disease - a Product of Gene MutationSickle Cell anemia is a genetic disorder affecting hundreds of thousands of individuals. It may be diagnosed through blood testing. -
September is Sickle Cell Awareness MonthSickle Cell Awareness month is here. Spreading the word on this very serious disease. Knowledge is power!
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Stomp Out Sickle Cell WalkHoward University's Center for Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is celebrating its 40th anniversary of helping patients and families in the Washington Metropolitan area affected by SCD. -
The Sickle Hell of Sickle CellTips for sickle cell patients on how to handle emergency room visits. -
Sickle Cell Health JournalProviding a means for sickle cell patients to document their health records -
Psychological Based Education for Pediatric Sickle Cell DiseaseIf your child has been diagnosed with pediatric sickle cell disease, it is important to consider psycho-education as part of your child's treatment plan.
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Sickle Cell AnemiaSickle Cell Anemia is a disease of blacks and some people in the Mediterranean countries.
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Silence the Pain - Sickle Cell AnemiaSickle cell anemia is a disease passed down through families in which red blood cells form an abnormal crescent shape. (Red blood cells are normally shaped like a disc.) -
Facts for Those of Us Who Have Sickle Cell TraitI am a carrier for sickle cell anemia. I've known since high school. I've not always known its implications. What did it mean for a potential mate? What did it mean for our children? If you or someone you know is a carrier, read on.
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Understanding Ischemic Colitis Infection in Pediatric Sickle Cell DiseaseIf your child has been diagnosed with sickle cell disease, here is what you need to know about ischemic colitis infection.
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Researchers Say They Were Able to Cure Sickle Cell Anemia in MiceResearchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham working in conjunction with researchers at The Whitehead Institute, are saying that they have been able to successfully treat sickle cell anemia in mouse models. -
Sickle Cell DiseaseJohns Hopkins Hospital cures Baltimore woman from sickle cell disease with bone marrow transplant procedure. -
Sickle Cell - a Disease or a Curse?My husband is Afro-American, and he suffers from sickle cell disease, a medical condition that affects around two million North Americans
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Family Life with Sickle Cell Disease and Sickle Cell TraitHow my family lives with some members suffering from sickle cell disease or sickle cell trait.
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Acute Chest Syndrome & Organ Failure Syndrome: Blood Transfusion Cases of Sickle CellWith advances in prevention and treatment of sickle cell, many individuals are continuing to suffer from acute chest syndrome and organ failure syndrome, often requiring blood transfusions
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Sickle Cell Blood Disorder: Improving Longevity with Preventative Health Care OptionsFor individuals who suffer from sickle cell anemia, there are preventative healthcare options available that may increase life expectancy
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Sickle Cell AnemiaSickle cell anemia is a disease that is inherited with a gene that causes red blood cells to shape abnormally and prevent oxygen from reaching organs and tissues in the body.
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Sickle Cell AnemiaAwareness is the first step in understanding sickle cell disease and anemia.
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Finding Information Online About Sickle Cell AnemiaSickle Cell Anemia is a genetic, hereditary disorder that affects the red blood cells of individuals. The internet can be a good place to find more information about Sickle Cell anemia. Here are some helpful sites online:
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An Interview With a Sickle Cell PatientThis a basic overview of an interview with a sickle cell patient.
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Treating Sickle Cell AnemiaSickle cell anemia is a mysterious diseases striking many African American citizens. Here's a look at some of the medications used to treat the condition. -
Sickle Cell Disease - Sickle Shaped Cells in the BloodSickle Cell Disease is a disorder in the blood where some of the red blood cells are misshapen and do not function as normal red blood cells do. It is estimated that about 1/400 African Americans are carriers of the Sickle Cell Trait.
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Living with Sickle Cell Anemia: Symptoms, Causes and TreatmentThe symptoms, cause and treatment of Sickle Cell Anemia
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Sickle Cell AnemiaThis article summarizes the symptoms, treatments, and potential cures for sickle cell anemia. -
Sickle Cell Disease: Living with Sickle Beta Zero ThalassemiaIf you or your spouse has the Sickle C trait or the Beta Zero Thalassemia there is a 25% chance of having a baby with sickle beta zero thalassemia with each pregnancy.
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Taking My Medicine: Seeing Sickle Cell Anemia Through My Eight Year Old EyesThis book is written by an eight-year-old fighting spirit. Egypt A. Harvey shares a personal experience about managing her chronic illness. -
Ohio State Senator Kearney's 107 Mile Walk Draws Attention to Juvenile Diabetes and Sickle Cell AnemiaOhio State Senator Kearney recently finished a 107 mile walk from Cincinnati to the Columbus, Ohio Statehouse. He and his small group of supporters walked to bring attention to child related health issues. -
AC Health Features of the Week: Pumpkin Seeds Prevent Kidney Stones, Sickle Cell Anemia Awareness, Flu Shot Clinics Review, and What's Up with Adult Vaccines?Each week, AC Editors and Managers work together in selecting 4 exemplary articles in each category to showcase at each category home page for 7 days. Be sure to take a "healthy" look at these great articles and give a nod to these AC Contributors. -
Sickle Cell Anemia and MalariaThis article dissects the natural selection evolution taken in genetically attacking malaria.
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Sickle Cell DiseaseAlthough this disease has been around for centuries, there is still very little known about what it is and what causes it; read on....
