Sub-Saharan Africa SCD Resource Directory

The Sub-Saharan Africa SCD Resource Directory houses a wealth of information and materials related to sickle cell.

Check out this sub-Saharan Africa SCD Resource Directory to learn about sickle cell-related resources, organizations, research, and health care centers based in six countries: Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Zambia.

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Caring for SCD crises in school settings

Information about common SCD complications and how to properly manage them

Publication Date: 08/26/2024

How to support students with SCD during athletic activities

This article provides athletic teachers with ideal accomodations for students with SCD and how to act effectively in the event of a sickle cell crisis.

Publication Date: 08/26/2024

504 plans and SCD

Information on how to obtain a 504 plan and how it may help students with SCD learn better

Publication Date: 08/26/2024

How to manage your health as an adult

Information for new adults on how to prepare for an manage healthcare appointments.

Publication Date: 08/26/2024

Guide to managing your health as an adult

Resources for warriors transitioning to adulthood and information on how to manage their care independently.

Publication Date: 08/26/2024

Advocating for students with academic accommodations

Broad information about advocating for students with specialized education plans as well as state-specific information for Pennsylvania and the surrounding states.

Publication Date: 08/26/2024

Accommodations for students with SCD

This chart describes differences between 504 plans and IEPs and how they can be helpful for students with SCD

Publication Date: 08/26/2024

How teachers can provide a supportive environment for students with SCD

This article includes information on how students with SCD can be better supported in school by teachers and athletic personel. Also, it lists symptoms to look for that indicate a sickle cell crisis.

Publication Date: 08/26/2024

Symptoms of SCD and how to manage them throughout life

Information and Factsheets about SCD and SCT’s symptoms, risk factors, treatments, etc.; also included is how/when babies can be diagnosed and begin treatment.

Publication Date: 08/09/2024

Accommodations and considerations for students with SCD

This packet includes information for educators about SCD and how it can manifest in students as well as plans for what to do if certain symptoms occur and how to manage sickle cell crises

Publication Date: 08/09/2024