
03/24/2022
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The committee members are comprised of persons with sickle cell, family members, concerned community members and volunteers.
Operating as usual
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We are very proud of everything our SCDAA Teen Ambassador Ayana Johnson is accomplishing. Last weekend, the Virginia House of Delegates formally recognized her as the reigning Miss Roanoke Valley Outstanding Teen 2022 and highlighted her efforts as an ambassador for sickle cell disease. Watch her introduction: https://buff.ly/3NaDL7s
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March is Blood Clot Awareness Month. Sickle cell warriors are especially at risk for developing blood clots, and they can be dangerous. Take the time this month to learn the signs and symptoms so you can stay healthy: https://buff.ly/3hyMyBq #BloodClotAwarenessMonth #StopTheClot
Sickle cell: ‘The revolutionary gene-editing treatment that gave me new life’
Jimi Olaghere feels like he's been reborn after a pioneering new treatment for sickle cell disease.
Billy Garrett Jr. Feature on Inside the BIG EAST
FOX Sports' feature on DePaul guard Billy Garrett Jr., which aired on Inside the BIG EAST on Jan. 24.
Register for the 3rd Annual SCCAPE Conference | March 29 - April 1
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Look at all these great events coming your way next week! Don’t miss our first meeting -- Membership Monday on February 7th at 6:30pm on Facebook live with President & CEO, Gil Bland, as he shares information about membership benefits and leadership opportunities with the Urban League of Hampton Roads. To learn more and sign up, visit: https://ulhryp.org/
#JoinWeek #ULHR #UrbanLeague #BlackCard
Miss Juneteenth (VA)
The 757FreedomFest is honored to host and present the Miss Juneteenth pageant to the Hampton Roads 757 Communities. Juneteenth is another opportunity to uplift our young people while simultaneously rewarding and empowering tomorrow's leaders.
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COVIDtests.gov - Free at-home COVID-19 tests
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.
Dominion Energy Educational Equity Scholarship Program | Dominion Energy
This scholarship program assists students who plan to continue their education in college or vocational school programs that live in our territory.
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT
Attend this free virtual event to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and recognize dedicated leaders in our community.
Sickle Cell Warrior Ayana L. Johnson on Coast Live
We talk to Ayana Johnson about living with sickle cell disease and the amazing work she has done in the community.
"I know it may be hard for people to believe, but I've never taken pain medication ever. In dealing with sickle cell, lifestyle matters and through it I believe that I can heal myself.
Living with sickle cell disease (hb SS), I do fairly well healthwise. I've been vegan since third grade and wrote a book on nutrition and sickle cell disease and in reality, I’m actually “beyond vegan”. When I say “beyond” it goes beyond food. I live a natural and positive lifestyle. I wear natural fabrics, only linen and cotton. I love music, I think everybody when they see me, I'm the person that loves to dance and move my body. I like nature. I like going to the beach or taking a hike and I’m the type of person that ends my emails with the word “peace”, because that's so important to me to be able to walk in peace, no matter what it is. This is my lifestyle.
A lot of that has to do with how I manage stress. I believe in breathing and I think a large part is my diet. Also, I am not an anxious person and I pray through everything. I make boundaries and in terms of negativity, I don't allow that. I don't want to hear about the blues. Don't get me wrong, I'm a good listener and I'm a good friend, but when it comes to drama, I don't engage.
Growing up I was a happy child, but when pain set in I wouldn't be so happy. I was depressed and felt lonely. I constantly went in and out, in and out of polar opposite emotions because of sickle cell and I remember not liking that feeling.
So I distinctly remember telling God, “If I have another pain episode, take me out. But if you don't take me out, I need to have joy.” I’m here today and I wasn't taken out and I have a very fulfilled life because I became determined to have joy in spite of having pain. It's been like that ever since that day and while I am not pleased when I have pain episodes, they don't have the same effect as they once did. Life is no longer a roller coaster. I’m living my best life.
When I’m in sickle cell pain, I don't take pain medications. I..."
Read more about Dr. Carolyn Rowley's experience with a healthy lifestyle to manage SCD: https://www.sc101.org/carolynrowley/
#sicklecell101 #sicklecell #SCDToolbox #sicklecellawarenessmonth #sc101fosc
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Sickle Cell Disease Warrior Spreads Awareness
PLEASE JOIN IN ON OUR SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
Join us on Saturday, September 11th from 10 am - 1 pm for Gethsemane's Distribution Drive! We're giving away FREE items and we'll PRAY for you. See you there!
Schedule Your Blood Donation With The Red Cross
Miss Virginia Teen 2021 - Formstack
The candidate who receives the most internet votes by 10 PM EST Thursday, June 17, 2021, will receive a $500 “People’s Choice” Scholarship during the 2021 Miss Virginia’s Outstanding Teen Competition on Friday, June 18, at Roanoke’s Berglund Center.
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Are you ready for #WorldSickleCellDay? Stop by the SCDAA website to see what our member organizations are doing to celebrate on June 19 and find an event near you: https://buff.ly/3g5qzlJ
Medical Marijuana Reduces Pain and Hospital Visits in SCD...
Use of medical marijuana to ease pain is associated with fewer visits to the hospital in people with sickle cell disease (SCD), a study suggests. Patients given medical marijuana felt this was an effective treatment for pain relief, and also reported a reduction in the need for opioids. The...
Donate to Ayana Johnson's Fundraiser for Teen Ambassador Competition - Round Two (2) by Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.
Our Teen Ambassador competition is on its way. You can show your support for our teens by donating to their fundraising page.The role of the National Teen Ambassador is to serve as a Goodwill Ambassador by:Making public appearances on behalf of SCDAA.Acting as an emissary to various public officials...
Donate to Ayana Johnson's Fundraiser for Teen Ambassador Competition - Round Two (2) by Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.
Our Teen Ambassador competition is on its way. You can show your support for our teens by donating to their fundraising page.The role of the National Teen Ambassador is to serve as a Goodwill Ambassador by:Making public appearances on behalf of SCDAA.Acting as an emissary to various public officials...
These Sisters With Sickle Cell Had Devastating, and Preventable, Strokes
Kyra and Kami never got a simple test that could have protected them. Their story exemplifies the failure to care for people with the disease, most of whom are Black.
Join us for the Strides for Sickle Cell Virtual Walk/ Run / Jog A-Thon May 8- June 19. Register to attend our kick off meeting to discuss how to make your fundraising team successful & fun! Register for the kick off meeting Thursday, May 6 @ 7 pm EST. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/strides-for-sickle-cell-walk-run-jog-a-thon-kick-off-meeting-tickets-153137529473
#kidsconqueringscd #strides4sc2021
#SickleCellAwareness
National Academy of Medicine Members Urge Black Americans to Get Vaccinated
Click here to support Ayana Johnson's story *AyanaJohnsonVA2021
Hi! My name is Ayana and I am raising money for the Miss America Foundation as a part of the Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2021 competition. Did you know this is the 100th year of Miss America?The Miss America Organization’s mission is to prepare great women for the world, and to prepare the wor...
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