Martin Mwita, 20, is the first patient in St. Louis and among the first across the country to receive a new gene therapy for ...

The pillar of the community often offered advice to members of her church and never backed down once she set her mind to ...

People with sick cell disease have actively avoided seeking ambulance care because of past negative experiences, according to ...

Columnist Mary Shaniqua offers examples of some symptoms of sickle cell that are lesser known than fatigue and a ...

Sickle cell has been overlooked for far too long. Fortunately, there are new breakthroughs in sickle cell treatment that you ...

Sickle cell conditions are genetic blood disorders that affect haemoglobin, the molecule in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body.

Though it must be approached with care and awareness, physical activity can be a powerful ally in managing sickle cell disease. With the right guidance, moderate and consistent movement strengthens ...

In a new study, researchers found that the inflammation behind painful episodes in sickle cell disease are correlated with ...

A new study shows that hydroxyurea, an oral drug, safely and effectively manages sickle cell disease in children. Kids who took the medication had fewer hospital visits and better health outcomes.

The ministry of Health in Uganda has launched an extensive newborn screening initiative designed to tackle sickle cell ...

Hydroxyurea remains effective long-term in reducing emergency department visits and hospital days for children living with ...

The report revealed the urgent need for improvements in ambulance services for people living with sickle cell disease in ...