CRISPR gene therapy Casgevy can nearly eliminate sickle cell crises, but difficult stem‑cell collection is delaying access ...

Sickle cell disease can lead to a severe complication known as acute chest syndrome (ACS), but the underlying mechanisms are not well understood. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech ...

Sickle cell anemia (HbSS) is the homozygous dominant variant and the most common and severe form of the disease. Whereas patients who only inherited one gene encoding for abnormal HbS and a different ...

If you or someone you know has sickle cell disease (SCD), you may have heard of Lyfgenia, one of two gene therapies approved for this condition. Gene therapies are the only treatments for SCD that can ...

Today, Kwincy Lassiter is a 25-year-old student enjoying a second chance at life. However, the first 16 years of his sickle cell journey looked much different.

Three University High students have started the Caring Cells Project to raise awareness and provide care packages for families affected by Sickle Cell disease.

Music helps break down barriers. Once students connect emotionally, they are more open to understanding what sickle ...

J. Snow and Marlon Wayans Q&A for doc on sickle cell "You Look Fine" ...

Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is an inherited disorder of red blood cells. Some parents may learn that their infant has this disorder after prenatal testing. Hospitals also test for SCA after birth as part ...