This episode discusses living with sickle cell disease and its impacts. We are joined by SOuL Just Be co-editor Ayuk Besong Anne-Chantal and Dr Lewis Thomas to explore the complexities of living with sickle cell disease. Both guests bring their lived experience and professional expertise to shed light on the physical, emotional, and social challenges individuals with this condition face.

  • What sickle cell is 
  • How sickle cell affects work, education, emotions and relationships
  • What a sickle cell crisis is 
  • Recognising triggers 
  • Why sickle cell is global, and the link to malaria
  • Stigma and misinformation
  • Racial bias
  • The helpful role of the Sunflower in preventing being misjudged

If you are concerned about any of the subjects discussed in the podcast, please follow up with your healthcare practitioner for support.

For support:

Sickleverse

SOuL Just Be

Charities


Hosted by Chantal Boyle, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.

If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a rating and review.

Find out more about the Sunflower by visiting the website hdsunflower.com

Music by © Sandee Facy / Michael Saleta www.sandeefacy.com.au

Rss
Podden och tillhörande omslagsbild på den här sidan tillhör Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. Innehållet i podden är skapat av Hidden Disabilities Sunflower och inte av, eller tillsammans med, Poddtoppen.