Food 4 Thought

Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 72: A Guide to Sickle Cell Anemia: Causes, Types, and RisksCONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a direct and frank discussion of a serious medical condition, its genetic causes, and severe health complications. Listener discretion is advised.What is sickle cell disease, and how is it passed down through families? In this important two-part series, Dark Cancer provides a clear and comprehensive guide to understanding this inherited blood disorder. This is essential information for understanding a condition that affects over 100,000 Americans.This episode is a scientific deep dive into the fundamentals of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). The host explains how a mutation in the hemoglobin gene causes red blood cells to become rigid and C-shaped, leading to blockages, extreme pain, and other serious health problems.This is your guide to understanding the basics of SCD, covering:What is Sickle Cell Disease? A clear definition of the disorder and how it gets