Title reads 'Sickle cell disease is a group of genetic blood disorders.' Text reads 'Healthy red blood cells are round and flexible. Sickle cells are shaped like crescents. These can block blood flow, causing pain and illness.' Illustration of a microscope and blood cells.
Today is #SickleCell Awareness Day ๐ฉธ
40% more people are living with sickle cell disease today than in 2000. It is a growing health challenge, affecting around 7.7 million people in the world today.
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