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Sickle Cell Disease

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new window FamilyDoctor.org Information Sheets: Sickle Cell Disease in Children
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Web Directory:
      new window Adam.com: Sickle Cell Anemia Description: Takes a look at this disorder with a definition, causes, incidence and risk factors. (nlm.nih.gov)
new window Awake Correspondent in Nigeria Description: An article about sickle-cell anemia with an explanation, the symptoms, treatment, prevention and how it is passed on. (watchtower.org)
new window Hertz Nazaire - Sickle Cell Patient Information Description: 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. (members.tripod.com)
new window Joint Center for Sickle Cell and Thalassemic Disorders Description: 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. (sickle.bwh.harvard.edu)
new window Mamas Health Description: A definition of sickle cell anemia, what it is, how one gets it, symptoms, statistics and testing. (mamashealth.com)
new window My Sickle Cell Homepage Description: 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. (geocities.com)
new window Natural History of Sickle Cell Disease in India Description: Lists and describes the contribution of Dr. Bimal Chandra Kar. Patient resources, papers and publications. (bimal_chandra_kar.tripod.com)
new window Sickle Cell Advocates for Research and Empowerment (S. C.A. R.E. ) Description: Patient-oriented information. (defiers.com)
new window Sickle Cell Disease Description: Information for school personnel. (state.nj.us)
new window Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Description: Education, advocacy and other initiatives which promote awareness and support for sickle cell programs and patients. (sicklecelldisease.org)
new window Sickle Cell Disease Review Description: Promotes and disseminates research into the scientific, clinical and social aspects of this disorder. Literature review, bibliography, and general information on the disease. (scdreview.tripod.com)
new window Sickle Cell Disease: Information for Health Professionals Description: Basic facts, symptoms, how to recognise a crisis, diagnosis and management are some of the topics covered. (sicklecellsociety.org)
new window Sickle Cell Disease: Practical Tips for Preventing a Sickle Cell Crisis Description: Advice from FamilyDoctor.org. (familydoctor.org)
new window Sickle Cell Information Center Description: 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. (SCInfo.org)
new window Sickle Cell Society Description: A UK-based charity which provides care and information. Site includes research findings, pain management techniques, and teaching resources. (sicklecellsociety.org)
new window The American Sickle Cell Anemia Association Description: 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. (ascaa.org)
new window The Sickle Cell Foundation of Alberta Description: Educates the public about sickle cell disease and provides support for carriers of the trait and their families. (sicklecellfoundationofalberta.org)
new window Unit for the Social Study of Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell Description: A UK based social studies site for thalassaemia and sickle cell, including bibliography, quiz, and links to other major sites. (tascunit.com)
 




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