A new review and policy statement underscore the inaccuracy of sickle cell trait as a cause of death on autopsies.

Sickle cell anaemia is a genetic blood disorder characterised by the production of an abnormal haemoglobin, known as haemoglobin S.

It is believed around 1,700 people could be eligible for the treatment, while the NHS estimates around 50 people a year will ...

As treatment and care continues to evolve, we must ensure that people living with this disease are able to advocate for ...

The role of genetics Sickle cell disease occurs when a person inherits two copies of the sickle cell gene, one from each parent ... The sickle cell trait carriers are generally symptom-free ...

(WASHINGTON—Jan. 30, 2025) – A systematic literature review found no evidence to support that physical exertion without rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) or heat injury can cause sudden death for ...

But deaths have only continued to mount. At least five were recorded in 2024, including a New York City recruit who died of ...

Years ago, when Christ’s parents discovered through a blood test that they carried the sickle cell trait, they had him tested and it revealed that he did indeed have the disease. It was shortly after ...

The Urban League of Greater Madison and The American Red Cross will host a Sickle Cell Awareness Blood Drive on Saturday, Feb ...