Post by Student_Nurse Eno Wellington (@eno_wellington)

While sickle cell disease cannot be prevented after birth, sickle cell crises can often be reduced with healthy habits. Stay well hydrated, eat a balanced diet, get enough rest, avoid extreme temperatures, take prescribed medications, and keep up with regular medical check-ups. Most importantly, know your genotype before marriage to help prevent sickle cell disease in future generations.

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While sickle cell disease cannot be prevented after birth, sickle cell crises can often be reduced w...

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Lekee Naija: Thanks for this awareness on sickle cell disease
Rejoice Osunwoke: Thanks for sharing this 👍🏽
Felix: Awareness and early knowledge save lives; knowing your genotype and making healthy choices can help reduce the burden of sickle cell disease for families and communities.
Udeh Udah: Thank you for sharing