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Independence Day was last week, but for sickle cell warriors, freedom from the pain of chronic disease is still elusive. There have been many times since the initial discovery of SCD when researchers were close to a turning point that could have potentially led to a cure; however, lack of funding and not enough clinical trial participants, among other obstacles, have hindered progress.
It doesn't have to be that way, though. Here are some of our favorite recent reads that shine a light on sickle cell and how we can all help push past stagnancy and toward advancement:
1) The Startling Failure to Cure Sickle Cell Disease
2) How Black Communities Could Better Help Sickle Cell Patients
3) World Sickle Cell Day: Black Participation in Clinical Trials Impact Search for Cure
4) VCU Student Spreads Blood Donation Education to Benefit Sickle Cell Patients
P.S. Xickle has been conducting its own clinical trial for the past year -- results coming soon, so be sure to check back here regularly!
