Sickle cell trait (SCT) and pregnancy each exacerbate the symptoms of COVID-19. As a result, pregnant individuals with SCT may have a higher risk of COVID-19 infection. An estimated 300 million people ...

Pregnancy is often an exciting and emotional journey for many women, but for women living with Sickle Cell Disease, it can also come with additional concerns, fears, and medical challenges. SCD is an ...

You're reading Part 6 of Coercive Care, a yearlong examination of the denial of reproductive autonomy for people with sickle cell disease. As a small child, Pat Wells just thought she had a bad back.

Pregnant patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) have a significantly elevated risk for severe maternal morbidity (SMM) and preterm birth, but a novel risk calculator shows promise for predicting ...

The World Health Organization (WHO) today released its first-ever global guideline on the management of sickle cell disease (SCD) during pregnancy, addressing a critical and growing health challenge ...

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In pregnant women with sickle cell disease, the risk of developing early-onset preeclampsia can be determined by measuring levels of a protein associated with placental function and development. These ...