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September Is Sickle Cell Awareness Month

An estimated 100,000 people live with Sickle Cell Disease in the United States
and millions are effected globally.

Please view videos:

Malaria and Sickle Cell Video
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/evolution/library/01/2/quicktime/l_012_02.html

Malaria and Sickle Cell Story from Video
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/evolution/library/01/2/l_012_02.html

Effects of Sickle Cell  Disease Video
http://video.about.com/rarediseases/Sickle-Cell-Disease.htm

This is a very serious disease, please continue:
-Get regular check ups
-Keep your immune system STRONG to fight against infections by taking things like liquid vitamin C, Colostrum, Elderberry, Echinacea, eating plenty fruits and green vegetables
-Learn and incorporat healthy habits into your daily routine - drink coconut water, or water stay hydrated, use your juicer and juice fresh vegetables and fruits, eat whole grains, avoid processed foods.
-Take your natural supplements DAILY

Related:
Spelman Students hold Bone Marrow Drive for 11 year-old with Sickle Cell

 

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