The Etta Pete Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation

06/23/2026

https://www.kplctv.com/2026/06/23/new-orleans-man-becomes-first-louisiana-functionally-cured-sickle-cell-disease/?fbclid=IwdGRjcASnfZRjbGNrBKd9j2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHq7i7RD575xUw4V5ydOz9kRisWa8RUtjIRIijVkHXp8Z3BFKmt-6T0OpmSsa_aem_0DRkIVhFqq4d6SE7BcQnow

Daniel Cressy, 23, underwent gene therapy at Manning Family Children’s Hospital.

05/31/2026

🫀 Join us for a FREE hands-only CPR training open to the community. This interactive session will teach you simple, lifesaving techniques to help you respond quickly and confidently in a cardiac emergency — because every second matters.

📅 Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
📍Location: West Cal Event Center (401 Arena Road, Sulphur, LA 70665)
💲 Cost: FREE & open to the public!

Registration is encouraged but not required.

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4dxDWsG

This event is brought to you by Acadian Ambulance, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office, Carlyss Fire Department, Houston River Fire Department, Sulphur Police Department, Sulphur Fire Department, Westlake Fire Department, Westlake Police Department, Ward 4 Marshal's Office, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital & WCCH Foundation.

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

Ensuring safe sleep for your baby starts with following the ABCs: Alone, on their Back, in a Crib.

Placing your baby to sleep alone, on their back and in a safety-approved crib—free from pillows, blankets and toys—reduces the risk of sleep-related injuries and sudden unexpected infant death (SUID).

Let's work together to promote healthy, safe sleep habits from the very beginning.

05/26/2026

📣 Location Change Due to Weather 🌧️

The Summer Reading Kickoff hosted by the Sulphur Regional Branch is moving indoors!

📍 New Location: Sulphur Regional Branch – Community Room A
📅 May 26th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Join us for a fun-filled kickoff to the Summer Reading Program with activities for all ages. We’ll see you there, rain or shine! ☔📚

05/26/2026

🗣️ May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

Living with a chronic illness like sickle cell disease can be stressful. SCD has obvious impacts on your physical health, but it's important to remember that it can impact your mental health as well.

SCDAA recognizes this important aspect of living with sickle cell disease, and we encourage you to take steps to protect your mental health and wellness.

Explore the "I Believe in Therapy Toolkit" to learn more ➡️ https://buff.ly/nR0o1qg

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

Cold or ice blocks can affect people living with sickle cell disease because low temperatures may trigger sickling of red blood cells and reduce blood flow.

Possible Effects of Cold/Ice Block on Sickle Cell Patients

🩸 Pain crisis
🩸 Swelling of hands and feet
🩸 Joint and body pains
🩸 Poor blood circulation
🩸 Chest pain
🩸 Muscle aches
🩸 Weakness and tiredness

Why It Happens

Cold temperatures can:

Narrow blood vessels

Reduce oxygen flow

Cause red blood cells to sickle faster

Trigger pain episodes or complications

Safety Tips

✅ Stay warm always
✅ Avoid very cold drinks and ice blocks
✅ Wear warm clothes during cold weather
✅ Drink enough water
✅ Avoid sudden temperature changes

> “Cold may seem harmless, but for many sickle cell warriors, it can trigger crisis.” ❤️