Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬

A community of people living w/ SCD & trait who relate to one another without biases. Fostering a network that encourages, inspires & empowers.🩸

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

Today, on World Sickle Cell Day, I reflect on the profound impact this disease has had on my life and the life of my younger sister, whom we lost too soon to it in October. This day is not just a moment to raise awareness but a reminder of the urgency in advancing care,

[Adé Adey @Esq_Ade]

RIP Kween B ❤️

[Sickle Cell Consortium @SCCConsortium]

You’re not alone. We’re opening up the conversation at the Caregiver Summit starting with this:
✨ “What’s the biggest challenge you face as a caregiver?”
Drop your thoughts below ⬇️ and let’s discuss them together at the summit.

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

Happy SCD awareness month

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

Checkout SCDAA Sickle Cell Awareness Month Bood Drive 2025 https://t.co/Tq7RlgWyhp

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

Doing Well with Sickle Cell on August 9th, 2025
REC City Philadelphia
https://t.co/zDV5ZTE7OU

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

A story about treatment options…
Follow Nia’s story to learn about sickle cell disease treatment options.
https://t.co/HdUt7APcWu

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

Protest of Budget Cuts to National Institute of Health (NIH) and elimination of NIH/NCCIH https://t.co/SQeCtp2jSa

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

Black Men Living — And Fathering — With Sickle Cell Disease | Essence from my sis ⁦@ItsWunmiB⁩ https://t.co/WobloPP25L

[Sickle Cell Consortium @SCCConsortium]

🩸 Today is #WorldSickleCellDay — the most common genetic blood disorder affects 100K+ in the U.S. & millions worldwide.

Let’s raise awareness, support those living with #SickleCell, and push for better care. ❤️💪🏾 #SCD #SickleCellAwareness

[SickleInAfrica @SickleInAfrica]

🔊Today is World Sickle Cell Awareness Day. We are showing love to all sickle cell warriors, caregivers, researchers, funders, students, and support groups. Running a #WorldSickleCellDay campaign? Tag us and we will help amplify your message. Let’s make some noise together!

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

@CrescentFscd offers Lead-Abatement services in the form of home lead-remediation for any child with a positive lead toxicity test. Temp housing will be given if needed during remediation of home. Fill out the form for help https://t.co/UUiYFt92Yn

[Her Sickled Journey @hersickledj]

What do you do if you find out your baby has sickle cell?
Here are some tips for what is often a very stressful time in the life of a family ♥️ #sicklecell #family

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

April is #MinorityHealth Month

Black Americans are 30% more likely to die young from heart disease. Latino children face higher asthma rates. Native communities have lower cancer screening rates.

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

VIRTUAL SYMPOSIUM ON GENE THERAPY IN SICKLE CELL DISEASE: a one-day virtual symposium dedicated to the groundbreaking advancements in gene therapy for sickle cell disease. This event brings together top researchers, clinicians, and industry leaders
https://t.co/hSIrgKWj0J

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

@ganicastro @keystone_create Take a look at my pinned post

[Sikcell ~ For us by us 🧬 @sikcell]

Most warriors can relate to this. Smh https://t.co/CXstWD3SL8

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Overheard at the doctors office: “fucking insurance company canceled the appointment”

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Why gene therapy for sickle cell is slow to catch on with patients https://t.co/9V4Ztz1jaE

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How doctor's mission to ease the burden of sickle cell disease in Nigeria led her to Memphis https://t.co/ixK8gMow7u via @memphisnews