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Can food trigger a sickle cell crisis?

This may seem like a random question but I am very intrigued. There are so many things that can trigger a sickle cell crisis, some such as stress levels which I was surprised to learn about, but I was wondering if you have ever experienced certain foods triggering a sickle cell crisis?

Or, maybe a…[Read more]

Hi,

Has anyone successfully claimed PIP for Sickle Cell Anemia and if so, do you have any tips on making a successful application?

(My family member has Sickle Cell)

(Any help would be much appreciated 😄)

Have you noticed the effects of climate change in your area?

I have definitely noticed that it is getting much colder than it was in previous years. This could be bad for people with sickle cell as this is more likely to increase exposure to triggers that will cause a crisis.

How do you manage your symptoms in the midst of climate…[Read more]

I work in marketing and thankfully I am able to work from home. This is something that has helped greatly when it comes to managing my health as I have better control over my environment and the triggers I am exposed to.

Do you work from home? If so, what differences have you made to make your home working environment more suitable for your…[Read more]