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North Carolina Specific Resources

Here are some local resources that connect you to services, information, and other organizations throughout the state of North Carolina.

• Get connected to in your area. We work closely with NC Sickle Cell Health Educators, and you may even see them at your clinic appointment.
• is an agency with services, resources and events to connect with your community regarding Sickle Cell.
• has a variety of resources such as free newborn screenings, case management and genetic counseling.
• is an overnight camp available to those six to sixteen years old with SCD.

Local SCD Support Groups

Living with Sickle Cell is hard. If you want to connect with others living with sickle cell, here are some support groups to get involved with.

• Durham County Support Group: email Cheryl Allen-Bivens.

National Sickle Cell Resources

• is an informational tool that has information regarding the disease, disease management, and testimonials for people living with Sickle Cell or hoping to learn more.
• can connect you to information, clinical trials and other advocacy efforts nationally.
• Connect with regarding bone marrow transplant.
• Donate Blood at the