Sickle Cell Anemia News

Posted July 22, 2010:

• Cannibinoids Offer Novel Treatment for Pain in Sickle Cell Disease, Study Suggests

Posted July 12, 2010:

• Modulator of Fetal Hemoglobin Switch May Target Sickle Cell Disease

Posted June 16, 2010:

• Sickle Cell Patients Should Be Better Monitored for Constipation Prevention

Posted June 4, 2010:

• Stroke Prevention Study in Children With Sickle Cell Anemia, Iron Overload Stopped Early

Posted May 11, 2010:

• Sickle Cell Disease May Affect Brain Function in Adults, Study Suggests

Posted April 28, 2010:

• New Microscopy Technique Reveals Mechanics of Blood Cell Membranes
• Vaccines Preventing Pneumococcal Disease Protect African Children With Sickle-Cell Disease

Posted April 27, 2010:

• Low Blood Oxygen May Lead to Heart Defects in Children With Sickle Cell Disease
• Anemia Tougher to Tackle in Black Children With Kidney Disease, Study Finds

Posted April 19, 2010:

• Oncology: Fanconi Anemia Pathway Dysregulated in Non-FA Cancers

Posted April 6, 2010:

• Many Sickle Cell Disease Patients Need Frequent Hospitalization or Emergency Care for Pain

Posted April 1, 2010:

• Genetic Form of Anemia Defined Molecularly

Posted February 17, 2010:

• New Type of Genetic Variation Could Strengthen Natural Selection

Posted January 26, 2010:

• Blood Protein Offers Help Against Anemia

Posted January 19, 2010:

• Cholesterol-Lowering Drug Shows Promise Against Serious Infections in Sickle Cell Disease

Posted December 22, 2009:

• Chemical Energy Influences Tiny Vibrations of Red Blood Cell Membranes

Posted December 17, 2009:

• Synthetic Red Blood Cells Developed: Red-Blood-Cell-Like Particles Carry Oxygen, Drugs, and More

Posted December 9, 2009:

• 'Mini' Transplant May Reverse Severe Sickle Cell Disease

Posted December 7, 2009:

• New Approach to Sickle-Cell Disease Shows Promise in Mice
• Studies Investigate New Trends and Treatment Options for Sickle Cell Disease Patients
• H1N1 More Risky Than Seasonal Flu in Children With Sickle Cell Disease

Posted October 26, 2009:

• That 'Four Hour Erection': Discovery May Help Prevent Complication Of Priapism

Posted September 9, 2009:

• Sickle Cell Study Boosts Call For Improved Childhood Immunization Programs In Africa

Posted August 6, 2009:

• Researchers Find Key To Keeping Cells In Shape

Posted July 28, 2009:

• Study Of Pulmonary Hypertension Treatment In Sickle Cell Patients Stopped Early Due To Safety Concerns

Posted June 29, 2009:

• Ovarian Transplantation: First Baby Is Born With New Technique

Posted April 30, 2009:

• Drugs To Combat Anemia In Cancer Patients Increase Risk Of Death, Study Suggests

Posted April 13, 2009:

• Screening To Help Prevent Stroke In Kids Increases, But Limited Access A Problem

Posted April 1, 2009:

• Anemia Treatment Improves Heart Structure And Quality Of Life In Kidney Disease Patients

Posted February 13, 2009:

• Unrelated And Mismatched Cord Blood Transplantation Can Still Help Children With Deadly Conditions

Posted December 6, 2008:

• Ultrasound Screening Helps Prevent Stroke In Children With Sickle Cell Disease

Posted December 4, 2008:

• New Genetic Target For Sickle Cell Disease Therapy Found

Posted December 3, 2008:

• Gene Therapy Corrects Sickle Cell Disease In Laboratory Study

Posted November 25, 2008:

• Scientists Shed Light On Evolution Of Gene Regulation

Posted November 24, 2008:

• Children With Sickle Cell Disease Receiving Inadequate Care, Study Finds

Posted November 7, 2008:

• Bone Marrow Transplant Can Cure Sickle Cell Disease, Children's Hospital Study Suggests

Posted August 18, 2008:

• Landmark Sickle Cell Disease Trial To Investigate Unrelated Donor Marrow And Umbilical Cord Blood Transplants

Posted August 11, 2008:

• Anemia Of Chronic Disease: An Adaptive Response?

Posted July 18, 2008:

• Avoiding Spleen Removal For Cooley's Anemia Sufferers

Posted July 15, 2008:

• Gaining Ground On Sickle Cell Disease

Posted June 17, 2008:

• Effective Treatment For Sickle Cell Underused By Doctors

Posted May 29, 2008:

• Human Stem Cell Line Made Containing Sickle Cell Anemia Mutation

Posted May 28, 2008:

• Statistical Tool Could Explain Gene Study Variations

Posted May 27, 2008:

• Avoiding Spleen Removal For Cooley's Anemia Sufferers

Posted May 18, 2008:

• For Children With Sickle Cell Disease, Lung Disease Is Part Of The Package

Posted April 28, 2008:

• Clumps Of Red And White Blood Cells May Contribute To Sickle Cell Disease

Posted April 1, 2008:

• New Approach To Limiting Organ Damage In Sickle Cell Disease

Posted March 18, 2008:

• Blood Disease Protects Against Malaria In An Unexpected Way, Study Shows

Posted February 29, 2008:

• Predictors For Sickle-Cell-Anemia Complications

Posted February 5, 2008:

• Sickle Cell Anemia: Novel Small Molecule Therapy Shows Benefit Via Hydration Of Red Blood Cells

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