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Sickle Cell Anemia

Websites
A UK-based charity which provides care and information. Site includes research findings, pain management techniques, and teaching resources.
http://www.sicklecellsociety.org/

Illustrated article gives definition, causes, treatment, and risk factors.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000527.htm

Tells what the condition is, how it affects people, how it may be treated, and what young people can do to stay well.
http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/d...ns/blood/sickle_cell_anemia.html

Article tells how sickle cell gets its name, causes, symptoms, tests, and treatment.
http://www.kidshealth.com/kid/he..._problems/blood/sickle_cell.html