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Sickle cell disease and education
source: Sickle Options
year: N/A
summary/abstract:It is often observed that sickle cell disease creates gaps in education. The condition affects the ability of a child to attend school regularly, learn and remember, focus or concentrate on school work, etc.
Before getting into a college, a person should consider certain things such as:
• Availability of a sickle cell clinic near the college
• How far away is the hospital
• Who will help during crisis
• Transportation facility
• It is also advisable to keep in contact with your healthcare team
• Students should keep their teachers educated about their condition.
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