The condition results in abnormal haemoglobin, causing the red blood cells to become rigid and ‘sickle’ in shape. These cells ...

Sickle cell disease is a group of disorders that pass from parents to children in their genes. [1] The most serious form of sickle cell disease is sickle cell anemia. [2] ...

The first malaria treatment suitable for babies and very young children has been approved for use. It's expected to be rolled ...

Rising sickle cell disease in children demands urgent awareness. Early diagnosis, modern therapies, and vigilant care can ...

Gabriella Ngang, of Farmington Hills, is one of three in Michigan to take part in a clinical trial of a new sickle cell ...

A study by the Centre for Policy Impact in Global Health revealed that over 30 per cent of people with SCD in Nigeria ...

Sickle cell disease is one of the most common genetic blood disorders in the world. It affects millions globally, with the ...

Higher pain scores upon discharge from the emergency department may predict hospitalization in adolescents with SCD, a study ...

Photo: Daydrielane Osorio (Greenville Journal) Thousands of people in the United States have been diagnosed with the blood disorder, sickle cell disease. Making matters worse, the average lifespan of ...