Sickle Cell disorders

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Please see below for reliable medical information on Sickle Cell disorders produced by alternative providers.

NHS website
www.nhs.uk/conditions

Although alternative links have been selected with great care, Contact cannot accept responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors. Alternative information providers give details of their quality control procedures on their website, which includes review of information by a qualified medical professional.

Is there support?

The Sickle Cell Society

Email: info@sicklecellsociety.org
Website: sicklecellsociety.org

The Society is a Registered Charity in England and Wales No. 1046631. It provides information and support to people affected by sickle cell disorders and their carers. The Society offers specialist services and welfare schemes for those affected by sickle cell disorders.

Group details last reviewed June 2023.

Sickle Cell and Young Stroke Survivors (SCYSS)

Tel: 0800 084 2809 or 0207 277 2777
Email: info@scyss.org
Website: scyss.org

SCYSS is a Registered Charity in England and Wales No. 1120902. It provides information and support for children, young people and their families affected by sickle cell anaemia and childhood stroke.

Group details last updated June2023.

The Hope Project Scotland

Tel: 07756 266691
Email: via website
Website: thehopeprojectscotland.org.uk

The Hope Project Scotland are registered as a charity in Scotland SC047913. They support individuals and families in Scotland affected by Sickle Cell anaemia. Services offered include practical support, advocacy, peer support, workshops and recreation activities.

Group details added January 2024.

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