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I Wish My Illness Wasn’t So Invisible

Sometimes I wish sickle cell anemia was visible. I wish people had X-ray vision and could see how my cells struggle to course through my veins. If people could see the damage that sickle cell anemia causes, I’m certain that life would be easier. Instead of constantly apologizing to…

Sickle Cell 101: Addressing Common Questions About My Blood Disorder

Ed. note: Welcome to the new column, “Her Sickled Journey,” by Tito Oye.  Living with sickle cell anemia means that you have unknowingly agreed to a lifelong role of teaching. Many others are unaware of the challenges faced by those with the genetic disease, so we’re responsible for making it…