[PDF][PDF] Culturally Tailored Education: A Key to Adolescent Sickle Cell Disease Prevention

EI Obeagu, GU Obeagu - Elite Journal of Public Health, 2024 - academia.edu
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic disorder affecting millions globally, particularly among
adolescents in marginalized communities. Despite medical advancements, prevention …

[PDF][PDF] From Awareness to Action: Encouraging Adolescent Engagement in Sickle Cell Disease Prevention

EI Obeagu, GU Obeagu - Elite Journal of Public Health, 2023 - researchgate.net
Abstract Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) remains a significant health challenge, particularly
affecting adolescents who encounter unique obstacles in managing the condition …

[PDF][PDF] Addressing Myths and Stigmas: Breaking Barriers in Adolescent Sickle Cell Disease Education

EI Obeagu, GU Obeagu - Elite Journal of Health Science, 2024 - researchgate.net
Abstract Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) poses unique challenges for adolescents,
encompassing both physical and psychosocial dimensions. Despite its prevalence …

[PDF][PDF] The Role of Parents: Strengthening Adolescent Education for Sickle Cell Disease Prevention

EI Obeagu, GU Obeagu - Elite Journal of Public Health, 2024 - academia.edu
This review article explores the critical role parents play in strengthening adolescent
education for the prevention of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). SCD, a genetic blood disorder …

[PDF][PDF] Incorporating Sickle Cell Disease Curriculum in Schools: An Effective Approach

EI Obeagu, GU Obeagu - Elite Journal of Health Science, 2023 - researchgate.net
Abstract Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a significant health concern globally, particularly
impacting populations of African, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian descent …

[PDF][PDF] Community Leaders as Educators: Mobilizing for Sickle Cell Disease Reduction

EI Obeagu, GU Obeagu - Elite Journal of Health Science, 2023 - researchgate.net
Abstract Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) poses a significant health challenge globally, particularly
affecting marginalized communities with limited access to healthcare resources. Community …

[PDF][PDF] From Classroom to Home: Strengthening the Continuum of Sickle Cell Disease Knowledge

EI Obeagu, GU Obeagu - Elite Journal of Health Science, 2023 - researchgate.net
Abstract Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) presents a significant health burden globally, particularly
affecting marginalized communities with limited access to healthcare resources. Bridging the …

Knowledge, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors regarding sickle cell disease: Implications for prevention

M Smith, G Brownell - Social Work in Public Health, 2018 - Taylor & Francis
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a widespread inherited blood disorder, which leaves lasting
effects on the health, social functioning, and finances of individuals, families, communities …

Confronting racial inequity in health and education: Supporting students with sickle cell disease

PC Jones, AJ Schmitt, A Nayyar… - Psychology in the …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
The racialized history of sickle cell disease (SCD) continues to contribute to racial disparities
in healthcare and education. In the context of the racialized history of SCD, we begin by …

Health-related stigma in young adults with sickle cell disease

CM Jenerette, C Brewer - Journal of the National Medical Association, 2010 - Elsevier
Health-related stigma is increasingly becoming a major public health issue that is receiving
more attention. Young adults with sickle cell disease (SCD) are at risk for health-related …