What is Sickle Cell?
Sickle cell disorder (SCD) is a genetically inherited red blood cell disorder. That means it is passed down from a parent’s genes. SCD changes the shape of red blood cells, from a healthy round shape to the cell taking on a crescent or sickle shape. It is a lifelong blood disorder. Haemoglobin is the protein […]
Thalassaemia & Rare Inherited Anaemias
The NE & Y HCC is a network for SCD only. The hospitals and clinical teams are part of the North Egland Thalassaemia & RIA HCC – North of England Haemoglobinopathy Coordinating Centre What is Thalassaemia? Thalassaemia is a genetic blood disorders affecting the production of haemoglobin. People with thalassaemia produce either no or too little haemoglobin. Haemoglobin is an iron-rich protein […]
Citizen’s Advice
Benefits What benefits can I claim? There are a number of different benefits checking services available which can help you to explore your benefit entitlement: ● https://www.entitledto.co.uk/ ● https://www.turn2us.org.uk/ Can I get Personal Independence Payment (PIP) because I have sickle cell disease? PIP is a benefit for people who have long term health conditions like […]
Mental Health
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Exercise for Sickle Cell patients
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Nourishing Your Wellbeing: Nutrition and Sickle Cell Disorder
While there’s no specific diet that can cure sickle cell disorder, the food and drinks you consume play a significant role in managing your health, reducing the risk of complications, and promoting overall wellbeing.
