by Patricia Wilson-Smith | Dec 31, 2025 | Stories
A sickle cell pain crisis can be frightening, unpredictable, and overwhelming—especially for families who are new to the disease. Knowing what to do before, during, and after a crisis can help reduce stress and improve outcomes. A pain crisis occurs when sickled red...
by Patricia Wilson-Smith | Dec 31, 2025 | Stories
Living with sickle cell disease (SCD) comes with daily challenges—but for families in Oklahoma, those challenges can feel even heavier due to limited awareness, access gaps, and rural healthcare barriers. Sickle cell is a lifelong genetic blood disorder that primarily...
