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Sickle-cell disease - Wikipedia
Sickle-cell disease (SCD) is a group of blood disorders typically inherited from a person's parents.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sickle-cell_disease
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Sickle cell anemia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Sickle cell anemia — Learn about the symptoms, causes, treatment of this inherited blood disorder that, in the United States, is more common among blacks.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sickle-cell-anemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20355876
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September is Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month
During the month of September, the American Red Cross reminds individuals of the importance of having a diverse blood supply to help meet the needs of all hospital patients, including those with sickle cell disease.
http://www.redcross.org/news/article/September-is-Sickle-Cell-Disease-Awareness-Month-2015
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Here are 5 important facts on sickle cell awareness. - NY Daily News
Although some diseases are easy to identify and diagnose, others can remain hidden for a long time before they cause any symptoms.
http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/5-important-facts-sickle-cell-awareness-article-1.2349047
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September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Congress has designated September as “National Sickle Cell Awareness Month” to help focus attention on the need for research and treatment of sickle cell disease, an inherited condition that currently affects 70,000-100,000 Americans.
http://www.hematology.org/Advocacy/Policy-News/2011/938.aspx
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Recognizing Sickle Cell Awareness - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Learn more about sickle cell disease and how St. Jude is working to treat, manage and cure the disease.
https://www.stjude.org/research/initiatives/sickle-cell-awareness.html
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Sickle Cell Society
The Sickle Cell Society supports and represents people affected by sickle cell disease to improve their overall quality of life.
http://www.sicklecellsociety.org
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Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Sickle 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.
http://nul.iamempowered.com/content/sickle-cell-awareness-month
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Sickle Cell Awareness | Features | CDC
CDC is working to raise awareness about sickle cell disease. You can help by reading and sharing our resources, and by joining the conversation online.
https://www.cdc.gov/features/sickle-cell-awareness/index.html
