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Information about SCD/SCT screening

Information about when and why screening occurs and how it can be essential in caring for yourself and/or your child

Managing health of elementary-aged children with SCD

Information for parents on how to manage SCD in elementary-aged children including immunizations, warning signs for a crisis, potential medication doses, etc.

Caring for athletes with SCT as an athletic trainer

Information for trainers on how to support athletes with SCT

Managing acute pain with SCD

Part of the Steps to a Better Health Toolkit that informs SCD warriors on how to manage symptoms and complications of SCD

Exercise for individuals with SCD

Information on what exercise and how much is healthy for those with SCT and SCD

Using diet and exercise to manage SCD

This article includes information about what types of foods people with SCD should include in their diet and what kinds of exercise can reduce pain symptoms.

How to be aware while coaching individuals with SCT

Information for coaches about SCT and how to manage complications of athletes.

Managing SCT while playing sports

Information for athletes about being aware of their health during sports and ways to safely engage in athletic activities.

Sample letter for school employees to send parents

Letter that educators can send to parents to inform them of the forms they should send the school before the start of the year.

Sample SCD Letter – employees with affected family members

Letter template that employees who have a family member with SCD can send to employers.