Discover the incredible story of a young man and his bone marrow transplant experience. In this episode, we hear from a courageous young man and his supportive father as they recount their transformative journey through a bone marrow transplant

Women and Sickle Cell Disease

Jan 3rd, 2024 11m 31s

On this edition of Blood, Sweat and Cells: Real Talk About Sickle Cell Disease, We delve into the unique challenges women face when managing sickle cell disease, from menstrual issues to fertility concerns. Join us as we have a candid convers

Blood, Sweat and Cells: Understanding The Sickle Cell Trait

Sep 13th, 2023 12m 22s

This sickle cell awareness month, the Heart of Gold Sickle Cell Foundation of Northern Virginia invites you to discover the significance of knowing your sickle cell status. Our guest, Dr. Sheinei Alan, sheds a light on understanding the distinc

Strength and Resiliency: Parenting A Child with Sickle Cell Disease

Aug 11th, 2023 16m 48s

In this heartfelt episode, join host Valerie Bey and her guest Dr. Clarence Pearson as they dive into a deeply moving conversation with a courageous father who opens up about his journey of raising a daughter with sickle cell disease. Through h

Juneteenth and World Sickle Cell Day

Jun 15th, 2023 10m 3s

In this podcast we delve into the intersections of Juneteenth and World Sickle Cell Day in highlighting health disparities and promoting equity in our community. In addition, we'll take you on a fascinating audio tour of the high-tech and innov

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