Sickle cell disease is the most common genetic disease in America. Red blood cells become crescent-shaped and die much earlier than healthy cells. Oddly enough, the cause of this disease stems from an evolutionary advantage against malaria. Our experts explain the health and financial burdens of sickle cell disease.
Guest Information:
- Dr. Russell Ware, Pediatric Hematologist, Director of Hematology, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
- Dr. Grace Onimoe, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Cleveland Clinic, Board Member, American Sickle Cell Anemia Association
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