What is Sickle Cell Disease?
Sickle Cell Disease is an inherited red blood cell disorder that causes healthy, round red blood cells to become hard, sticky, and c-shaped—just like the farm tool called a “sickle”.
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- In Memory of Dr. Gwendolyn Poles-Corkerby Emma Day on April 24, 2025 at 8:16 pm
With great sadness, SCDAA shares the news of the loss of Dr. Gwendolyn Poles-Corker on April 8, 2025. The 71-year-old was a trailblazing physician, educator, advocate and sickle cell warrior. She passed away from complications of her disease, but she never let it hold her back. She overcame the odds and brought healing and care The post In Memory of Dr. Gwendolyn Poles-Corker appeared first on Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Inc..