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A cure for sickle cell?

Today, Explained

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Barriers to Sickle Cell Care

This chapter examines the challenges faced by sickle cell disease patients in the U.S., including costly treatments, Medicaid limitations, and historic mistrust within the Black community. It also discusses the skepticism towards gene therapy, highlighting the need for education and systemic changes to improve access and rebuild trust in healthcare.

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