Newborn Screening now a reality in Antigua
The newborn screening for Sickle Cell Disease and Sickle Cell Trait is finally going to be reality. Negotiations started in 2013 – it took a while, and it certainly took a lot of work, but…
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Biennial Sickle Cell Conference
We have hosted a Sickle Cell Conference every other year since 2013. Local and international speakers contribute to the program for two days – one day being reserved for patients and the general public, the…
Sickle Cell Sufferers sending strong message
Patients, families and health care providers at the Antigua and Barbuda Sickle Cell Association have created a compelling awareness campaign. The concept was surprisingly simple. Living with Sickle Cell Disease can be incredibly hard. One…
‘My Friend Jen- A Little Different’: SC Book Project
The Antigua and Barbuda Sickle Cell Association has launched a project which is close to the heart for all of us. “There is nothing that my friend Jen can’t do, but on the inside, she’s…