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Letters to the Editor

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Let’s Get Back to School

by WI Guest Author September 8, 2021December 21, 2021

Virtual options should be for children with health conditions and who are at more risk of severe illness.

Sickle Cell Awareness Month: More Treatment Options Widen Discussion for Progress

by Natalie C. Hockaday September 1, 2021January 12, 2022

Sickle cell disease disproportionately affects African Americans. (CDC photo)

Health, Stacy M. Brown

Sickle Cell Association Makes Strides Against Disease

by Stacy M. Brown September 18, 2019December 21, 2021

Columnists, Health

Ask Dr. Kevin: Shedding Light on the ‘Invisible Symptoms’ of Sickle Cell Disease

by WI Guest Author October 24, 2018October 31, 2020

Foundation Shines Light on Sickle Cell for Awareness Month

by Sarafina Wright –Washington Informer Staff Writer September 12, 2018October 31, 2020

A biopharmaceutical company has submitted a new drug application requesting approval for a new sickle cell drug. (Courtesy photo)

Health, Stacy M. Brown

Patients, Health Professionals Observe World Sickle Cell Day

by WI Guest Author June 19, 2018October 31, 2020

Courtesy of oneSCDvoice via Twitter

Pfizer Launches Digital Platform for Sickle Cell Disease Community

by WI Guest Author December 13, 2017October 31, 2020

Dr. Kevin Williams Talks About Sickle Cell Disease in the Black Community

by WI Guest Author July 18, 2017October 31, 2020