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Sickle Cell Education Series: Emergencies Part 1 - Chest Crisis

Welcome to Episode 4 of our Sickle Cell Education Series, a year-long, engaging educational journey designed for individuals with sickle cell disorder.

Title: Emergency Medicine - Chest Crisis

In this compelling episode, we'll concentrate on:

Understanding Chest Crisis: Deep-dive into what constitutes a chest crisis, its causes, and its impact on those with sickle cell disorder.
Anatomy and Physiology: Explore the vital structures of the chest and how they interact, and understand how these systems can be affected by a chest crisis
Clinical Investigations and Treatment: Walk through the diagnostic procedures and treatment strategies used during a chest crisis.
Differential Diagnosis of Chest Pain: Understand the different causes of chest pain and how to differentiate between them, enhancing your ability to communicate effectively with healthcare providers.
Perfect A&E Pathway: Discover the optimal route through Accident & Emergency for those experiencing a chest crisis, ensuring you receive swift, targeted care when it matters most.
Live Q&A with Dr. Mercy Ibidapo: Engage in a live Q&A session with haematology consultant Dr. Ibidapo, where you can ask your pressing questions and learn from her extensive experience.
Case Study Questions: Put your learning into practice by examining real-world scenarios and discussing the best response strategies for each.
Join us as we equip you with critical knowledge that will empower you to better navigate healthcare situations and manage your sickle cell disease more effectively.

Donations go towards the planning of more sickle cell events and workshops, enabling us to continue this vital education.

Healthcare professional team: Dr. Rossby Awadzi, Dr. Layan Allawi, Dr. Kofi Anie, Dr. Joshua Setsoafia, Dr. Samuel Kalu, Dr. Mohamed Abdi, Dr. Dona Reddiar, Dr. Anjola Odulaja and Nurse Sandra West

Expert Sickle Team: Miss Hazel Attua, Miss Jamila Simms, Mrs Laurel Brumant, Miss Babbie Peters and Mr. Paul Dockery, Miss Rhea Richards, Mr Anthony Mason