Levels of the enzyme HO-1, which protects against toxicity, are elevated in sickle cell disease patients, especially children ...
Columnist Mary Shaniqua is optimistic after assessing this year's Sickle Cell Awareness Month campaigns. But she says more ...
Columnist Michelle Harlan details her three-step process for explaining what sickle beta-zero thalassemia is and how it ...
Young people with SCD living in areas with more air pollution are more likely to be hospitalized for acute chest syndrome, a ...
An imbalance in the gut microbiome, the group of bacteria and other microbes in the digestive tract, may drive chronic SCD ...
A protruding abdomen with sickle cell disease isn’t always a sign of a serious problem for patients, writes columnist.
Scientists at NYU are teaming up with music artist Adekunle Gold on a campaign to improve the lives of people with sickle cell disease.
Whew! I’ve been on a rough ride recently. Regular readers of my column may have noticed that I’ve been absent for a while. Living with sickle cell disease has taught me resilience, patience, and the ...
Researchers have used a noninvasive tool to detect small blood vessel disease in the brain of SCD patients, according to a study.
An intervention designed to improve adherence to hydroxyurea — by providing extra support from community health workers (CHWs) and daily text reminders — may enhance quality of life for adolescents ...