Bahrain Makes History with First Successful CRISPR-Based Sickle Cell Treatment Outside the US
This achievement follows Bahrain’s landmark decision on 2 December 2023 to become the second country globally and the first ...
Sickle cell disease is a genetic disorder that causes lifelong suffering—here's what you need to know
Right now, approximately 20 billion red blood cells are busy traveling through your blood vessels. They are delivering oxygen ...
High-cost sickle cell gene therapies push insurers and Medicaid programs to find new payment models
The high cost of sickle cell gene therapies is pushing private insurers and Medicaid programs to develop new payment models.
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Creating the World’s First CRISPR Medicine, for Sickle Cell Disease
In December 2023, through the development efforts of CRISPR Therapeutics and Vertex Pharmaceuticals, their decades-long ...
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Gene therapy among cutting-edge treatments at MUSC's new sickle cell center in Charleston
The Medical University of South Carolina Health has established the Rena N. Grant Sickle Cell Center to help treat those ...
NHS to offer 'groundbreaking' sickle cell gene therapy
The gene therapy Casgevy, which will now be offered to some patients in England, could help people live disease-free, experts ...
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Sickle Cell Trait Widely Misinterpreted As Cause of Death
A new review and policy statement underscore the inaccuracy of sickle cell trait as a cause of death on autopsies.
MUSC expands gene therapy, resources for Sickle Cell ‘warriors’ in South Carolina
The Medical University of South Carolina is expanding its access to state-supported Sickle Cell programs for “warriors,” or ...
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Just Like You: Young girl, mother write children’s book to help others understand Sickle Cell Anemia
Simmie White is taking control of her own story. The six-year-old girl and her mother want others to understand more about ...
Walsall sickle cell disease charity Plasma of Hope's creative workshop deluged with talented children
A Walsall charity which delivers vital help to those suffering with sickle cell disease is celebrating its fifth anniversary ...
'Groundbreaking' sickle cell treatment to be offered to NHS patients for first time
It is believed around 1,700 people could be eligible for the treatment, while the NHS estimates around 50 people a year will ...