Health, Conditions and Diseases, Blood Disorders, Sickle Cell

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• - Information for school personnel.
  
• - Provides a first hand look at Sickle Cell Anemia, built by a person suffering from the disease. Frequently asked questions and a personal diary of the owner's own battle with this disease.
  
• - An article about sickle-cell anemia with an explanation, the symptoms, treatment, prevention and how it is passed on.
  
• - Gives an evaluation of the causes and treatments of sickle cell disease as well as current research. Information is available both for lay persons as well as health care providers.
  
• - Lists and describes the contribution of Dr. Bimal Chandra Kar. Patient resources, papers and publications.
  
• - Takes a look at this disorder with a definition, causes, incidence and risk factors.
  
• - Current information for health care providers, patients, the public, teachers and others with online treatment guideline books, a tutorial, multiple links to other sickle cell sites and a directory of clinics in the US.
  
• - Basic facts, symptoms, how to recognise a crisis, diagnosis and management are some of the topics covered.
  
• - A UK-based charity which provides care and information. Site includes research findings, pain management techniques, and teaching resources.
  
• - A definition of sickle cell anemia, what it is, how one gets it, symptoms, statistics and testing.
  
• - Educates the public about sickle cell disease and provides support for carriers of the trait and their families.
  
• - A non-profit organisation based in Cleveland Ohio whose objectives are to raise awareness of the condition. Features educational material, FAQs, support groups and a message board.
  
• - Advice from FamilyDoctor.org.
  
• - Patient-oriented information.
  
• - A UK based social studies site for thalassaemia and sickle cell, including bibliography, quiz, and links to other major sites.
  
• - Promotes and disseminates research into the scientific, clinical and social aspects of this disorder. Literature review, bibliography, and general information on the disease.
  
• - A comprehensive, patient run sickle cell information site. The information is presented from the patient's point of view. There are discussion boards, links, and art.
  
• - Education, advocacy and other initiatives which promote awareness and support for sickle cell programs and patients.