If you're a young individual (aged 10-24) in London with Sickle Cell, join our Peer to Peer Mentoring program. Our mentors, who also have Sickle Cell, can provide guidance on managing the condition and help you connect with others. Scan the QR code below for more information.

On the 21st of April, the London Marathon 2024 saw amazing individuals running in support of the Sickle Cell Society. Participants shared Marathon pictures to raise awareness, showcasing their strength, compassion, and inspiring commitment to the Sickle Cell Society's mission.

Donating is easy! Scan the QR code or text ALL4SICKLE to 70085 to donate £5. Texts cost £5 plus one standard network rate message.

Your donation supports Sickle Cell awareness and assistance for those affected. Thank you! 🙏 #SickleCellAwareness

Join us in cheering on our incredible community member, Dr Adebayo Alade! He's running the Vitality 10K on the 22nd September for the Sickle Cell Society. Follow Dr Adebayo Alade journey through his fundraisings page: ow.ly/bBsM50Rm3K0
#Sicklecell #Sicklecell awerness

The Sickle Cell Society is looking for mentors to join the team and support in delivering the #SickleCell Children & Young Person’s Peer Mentoring Programme. It aims to improve the health and well-being of young people with SCD across London.

Apply: ow.ly/thBm50QjHSn

Calling Sickle Cell Patients, Caregivers, & Relatives in London!
Join us on May 16, 2024, for a focus group with the Sickle Cell Society and London Ambulance Service. Share your experiences to shape future healthcare services. RSVP: [email protected]
#SickleCell

A huge thanks to all who ran the London Marathon on April 21 for the Sickle Cell Society: Brenda , Deji Akande, Gerard Williams, Kunmi Williams, Reynold Keith Kekor, Zaeem Abdullahi & Trojan Gordan. Your dedication and support are truly inspiring. It's an honour to witness. 🎉

On April 16, our Trustee Michelle Salter moderated two panels at the Economics' Impact Therapy Summit. One focused on 'Giving Patients Their Voice,' the other on 'Easing bottlenecks across the CGT value chain.' Michelle's dedication to sickle cell awareness shines. Thank you!

Do you use Birmingham City Hospital or Birmingham Children's Hospital? We want your views for a patient review of sickle cell services. Join us for a 30-minute online meeting on Tuesday, May 14th to share your thoughts.
Details and booking on Eventbrite ow.ly/eu7Z50RiOpt

4 more races added to our website. Join the race to beat sickle cell at upcoming half marathons! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Lace up for a cause and be a #HalfMarathonHero . Sign up now via our website & make every step count! 👉 sicklecellsociety.org/fundraising/#e… #RunForACause

Join NIHR at the London Sickle Cell Disease Awareness and Research Event on May 18, 2024. Learn about the latest research and support the cause. Register for in-person or online attendance:

In person:ow.ly/KM5t50RgiJn
Online:ow.ly/ezPJ50RgiJp

#SickleCellAwareness

Join us for the 1st RAIN Summit for Patients with Rare Anaemias, organized by RAIN in collaboration with TIF and APTM – Romania. May 18th-19th, 2024 at Grand Hotel Bucharest. Our CEO, John James, will be speaking! Sponsored packages to join available now:ow.ly/jmSx50Rf3lB

If someone is having a sickle cell crisis, acting fast saves lives.

NHS colleagues, this e-learning module will help you spot the signs of a sickle cell crisis and learn how it should be treated.
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You can now book your spring COVID-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App if you are eligible. Appointments will start from 22 April. You don't need to wait to be invited.

Find out more and book now at nhs.uk/book-vaccine.

🌷 With spring on the horizon, let's prioritize our wellness! Here's a fun wellness bingo for the weekend. Challenge yourself to check off as many squares as you can. If you want more personalized Sickle Cell wellness tips, drop a comment below. 💫 #SickleCellAwareness

We’re extending our children and young person’s mentoring programme across Manchester, Liverpool and Sheffield.
For more details :
ow.ly/qrGy50ReUKh

🚨 Today's the deadline, April 12th! Please ensure all submissions are sent before the day ends. Your feedback is crucial to enhancing ambulance response and providing better care for Sickle Patients. Thank you for your contribution! 🏥 #SickleCellCare

A huge thank you for sending in your comments so far to the Exa-cel gene therapy consultation. We can no longer accept any more emails, but you can still take part by sending your comments directly to NICE through their consultation page by 5pm 11 April buff.ly/3vNldWO

The NHS Innovation Accelerator (NIA) is proud to introduce their 2024 cohort of Fellows. We're delighted to share that our CEO, John James, has been selected as one of the 12 new NIA Fellows, bringing a wealth of expertise and innovative ideas to the forefront.

We are delighted to announce the newest cohort of #NIAFellows24 - live in Manchester. Stay tuned to hear more about the innovators and how they are contributing to the @NHS and wider healthcare ecosystem >
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