Sickle Cell Disease Advocates of Minnesota

General Summary for Schools (Minneapolis Children's Hospital Sickle Cell Clinic) What is sickle cell disease? Sickle cell disease is a genetic condition that causes the red blood cells to change shape, harden, and not do their job as well as regular red blood cells. Although the severity of complications due to sickle ...

What is sickle cell disease?...

There are several characteristics that set Sickle Cell Disease apart when it comes to education. Teachers, schools and parents alike need to be aware of there recommendations, if they want these children to attain their full potential. Unexpected absences: The school should make allowance for a higher number of school ...