News and Updates
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Akanji, The Studio Creatively Raising Awareness On Sickle Cell Through Beautiful AI Art
An exhibition featuring works, films and performances from artists living with Sickle Cell. Time & Location 03 May 2024, 18:00 – 05 May 2024, 18:00 Opening Event Saturday 10AM-18:00 Public…
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Sickle Cell Family Retreat 2024
From 30th August to 1st September 2024, a group of around 30 families who have at least one child aged 6-15 years old with sickle cell will come together at Whitemoor Lakes in Staffordshire (30 mins…
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Exa-Cel (Casgevy) Gene Therapy Update
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) announced their draft decision to reject the CRISPR gene therapy, Exa-cel, as a treatment for sickle cell disorder. Exa-cel, also known…
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'What's the worst that could happen?': Love in the sickle cell capital of the world
The prevalence of sickle cell disease is changing how Nigerians date, marry and plan their lives. And as genetic testing becomes more common, prospective parents across the world will face similar…
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Come Save Lives With Us
NHS Blood and Transplant Presents a Community Fun Day For All The Family!! We are working hard to increase the number of people giving blood and we urgently need your help. There is a significant…
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Are You Moving Up to Adult Sickle Care
Calling young people with sickle cell & parents! Are you transitioning from paediatric to adult services? Share your experiences with us in London next week! Email communications@sicklecellsociety.