Encore: Understanding Sickle Cell Disease

Podcast: Caregivers SHARE, a St. Jude Podcast · St. Jude (SJCRH)

Opublikowano: 2026-09-17

Sickle cell disease is a blood disorder that affects patients physically, emotionally, and socially. Even though sickle cell research and treatment have improved over the last several years, many are still learning about how this condition impacts the body and daily life. In this re-release of a 2025 episode honoring Sickle Cell Awareness Month, parents Audrey Davis and Quenton Mullins share their experiences supporting their daughters, Courtney and Nia, through sickle cell disease. Together with host Tekeima Townsend-Billups and expert Jerlym Porter, they explore the invisible and unpredictable nature of the disease, dealing with pain crises, the importance of th...