The Sickle Cell Foundation of Arizona is proud to recognize and honor both a National Proclamation from President Joe Biden and an official State Proclamation from Governor Hobbs office, here is Arizona proclaiming September as an official Sickle Cell Awareness Month!
We are honored and proud to recognize these proclamations together because together, we will rise!
Anemia A condition characterized by a shortage of red blood cells, leading to fatigue and weakness. Anemia in the context of SCD refers to a…
Nilda’s Story My name is Nilda Maria Navedo, and I am 44 years young. I was born in New York City, raised in Washington Heights.…
Approximately 100,000 Americans live with sickle cell disease, a chronic condition that causes the red blood cells to harden and form a sickle shape. This…
Lametra’s Story In September 2012, Lametra Scott gave birth to a baby boy. She named him Rickey. Before his birth, Lametra had no idea that…
Vera’s Story “I test every Black woman for sickle cell, and I test every White woman for hemophilia.” That was what Vera’s doctor told her…
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