Sickle Cell Disease news and research updates
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Sickle Cell Disease FAQ: Subtypes, Current Therapies, and Access Challenges
Learn what sickle cell disease is, who it affects most, today’s treatment options, and how cost and inequities limit access. Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a complex inherited blood…
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New Sickle Cell Therapies Highlight Equity Gaps and Treatment Progress
Racial and ethnic disparities in health care persist in every facet related to equitable access, quality, and progressive research of diseases that disproportionately impact…
Government Screens 6.83 Crore in Tribal Areas for Sickle Cell Disease
The Government of India has screened more than 6.83 crore individuals in tribal-dominated areas for sickle cell anaemia as of February 3, 2026. Among those screened, nearly 2.38…
Vertex’s CRISPR treatment for sickle cell disease hits unexpected roadblock
This story is republished from STAT , the health and medicine news site that’s a partner to the Globe. Sign up for STAT’s free Morning Rounds newsletter here . Vertex executives…
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Novel Gene Editing Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease Continues to Free Patients From Severe Vaso-Occlusive Pain
The reni-cel experimental gene therapy for severe sickle cell disease continues to show promising results. Now tested in a full cohort of 40 patients, some with more than two…
New partnership aims to expand global access to sickle cell gene therapy
Caring Cross, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to improving access to advanced therapies, and Boston Children's Hospital today announced a collaboration to provide a sustainable…
New chip-based test could revolutionize blood transfusions
A new, fast and easy test could revolutionize blood transfusions-giving blood centers and hospitals a reliable way to monitor the quality of red blood cells after they sit for…
Medicaid tries new approach with sickle cell: Companies get paid only if costly gene therapies work
Serenity Cole enjoyed Christmas last month relaxing with her family near her St. Louis home, making crafts and visiting friends. It was a contrast to how Cole, 18, spent part of…
This CRISPR breakthrough turns genes on without cutting DNA
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