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Efforts to Reduce Stroke in Kids With Sickle Cell Working: Study – iVillage.com

Posted on February 2, 2012 by admin

THURSDAY, Feb. 2 (HealthDay News) — Greater use of certain types of treatments for kids with sickle cell anemia may explain why black children’s risk of ischemic stroke dropped significantly between 1999 and 2007, new research finds. Bing News – … Continue reading →

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Adult Sickle Cell Drug May Benefit Kids, Too – iVillage.com

Posted on December 25, 2011 by admin

SUNDAY, Dec. 11 (HealthDay News) — A drug called hydroxyurea that’s approved for use in adults with severe sickle cell anemia can also help young children with the disease, new research suggests. Children with sickle cell anemia younger than 4 … Continue reading →

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