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Research & Innovation:
Advancing Sickle Cell
Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a serious inherited blood disorder that affects the shape and function of red blood cells. Instead of being round and flexible, red blood cells in individuals with SCD become rigid and crescent-shaped, which can block blood flow and reduce oxygen delivery throughout the body. This condition impacts more than 100,000 Americans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Globally, millions of people live with SCD, and it is most common among individuals of African, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Indian ancestry. In the United States, approximately 1 in 365 African American births and 1 in 16,300 Hispanic American births are affected. SCD can lead to severe pain episodes, organ damage, and other life-threatening complications, making early diagnosis and ongoing care essential.
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Why Research Matters
Sickle Cell Disease is one of the most common genetic blood disorders, yet it remains underrepresented in public health conversations. Research and innovation are essential to:
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Improve early detection and treatment.
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Reduce health disparities in underserved communities.
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Empower families with accurate information and resources.
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Newborn Screening: A live saving first step
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Early diagnosis through newborn screening is critical for managing SCD and preventing complications.
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Newborn screening identifies SCD before symptoms appear.
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Early intervention significantly improves quality of life and survival rates.
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SCWB’s Role in Innovation
We are proud to lead initiatives that bridge gaps in education and healthcare:
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Pain Tracker Program Collaboration – Partnering with healthcare innovators to improve patient care through this unique tool. https://tally.so/r/b59467
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Education Curriculum Development – Creating training for K-12 educators and nursing students, integrating real patient experiences.
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Community-Driven Research – Working with families to identify needs and advocate for systemic change.
Current Research & Resources
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Get Involved
Join us in advancing research and innovation:
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Donate to support education and advocacy.
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Volunteer to help with community programs.
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Share Resources to spread awareness.
Together, we can empower lives. United by Blood. Empowered by Purpose.
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Driving Innovation in Sickle Cell Disease Awareness and Care.
At Sickle Cell Warriors of Buffalo (SCWB), we believe that knowledge and innovation are the keys to improving health outcomes for individuals and families affected by Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). Our mission goes beyond support—we are committed to advancing research, promoting education, and fostering innovative solutions that create lasting change.
Warrior intelligence project
Seven weeks ago, we launched a free anonymous tool and asked Warriors to log their pain crises in real time.
Today, 66 Warriors have logged 69 crises from across the world.
Here’s what they taught us:
83% were still in active crisis when they reported.
74% of crises were triggered by cold weather.
26% were triggered by menstrual cycle — a factor almost no ER intake form asks about.
Warriors who were admitted to the hospital reported effective treatment 56% of the time.
Warriors who were treated and released? Only 21%.
This is the data gap we’re closing. Our community. Our crises. Our evidence.
If you or someone you love lives with Sickle Cell Disease, log your next crisis at https://tally.so/r/b59467. It takes 3 minutes and your data stays anonymous.
Our Pain. Our Data. Our Power.
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