SCF News Tag
30 Aug Can CRISPR Cure Sickle Cell Disease?
Learn more about the on-going investigation into CRISPR technology and the fight to cure sickle cell disease. Researchers believe that CRISPR gene editing technology may be the key to a cure for this debilitating chronic condition. For more information and to see if you qualify...
17 Sep Gene Therapy Clinical Trial Cures Alabama man of Sickle Cell Disease
A clinical trial involving Gene Therapy is proving to be a promising cure for individuals with sickle cell disease. Follow the link below to learn more about Lynndrick Holmes and the 2 year long Gene Therapy Clinical Trial he underwent at the National Institutes of Health...
17 Jun Sickle Cell in the Park 2019
The Sickle Cell Foundation, INC. Presents: The 4th Annual "Sickle Cell in the Park" This year's Sickle Cell in the Park Health Fair will focus on the importance of blood donations. "African Americans Hold a Unique Power to Save Lives." Individuals with Sickle Cell Disease utilize blood transfusions...
30 Aug Research Study for Young Adults with Genetic Disorders
A Survey for Young Adults ages 18-26 with Genetic Conditions https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/socialtransition Courtney Whitmore is a Master's of Genetic Counseling Candidate at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Ms. Whitmore's interest include Genetic Counseling for individuals with Genetic Disorders, which includes Sickle Cell Disease. Details regarding Ms. Whitmore's questionnaire...
16 Aug SCF News – CRISPR Opens door for sickle cell treatment
CRISPR is opening the door for new sickle cell treatment. The first U.S. clinical trial for CRISPR has been given the green light after an initial safety review in June by the National Institutes of Health. Why CRISPR Is An Attractive Approach To Treat Sickle Cell Disease...