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Welcome to The Crescent Circle

Published about 2 months ago • 2 min read

The Crescent Circle

Welcome to The Crescent Circle

Hello Reader,

Welcome (or welcome back) to The Crescent Circle!

I'm excited to relaunch our newsletter with a renewed purpose to build a community that educates, inspires and mobilizes people around sickle cell disease and the work of Crescent Kids.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, healthcare professional, volunteer, donor or supporter, thank you for being part of this journey. Every story you read, every resource you share and every action you take helps us move closer to a world where every child living with sickle cell has the opportunity to thrive.

Health Spotlight

Five Things You Should Know About Sickle Cell Disease.

Sickle cell disease affects millions of people around the world, yet many misconceptions still exist. Here are five important facts:

  1. Sickle cell disease is inherited- it is not contagious.
  2. Early diagnosis and regular medical care can greatly improve quality of life.
  3. Staying hydrated, preventing infections and attending routine clinic visits are essential parts of managing the condition.
  4. Pain crises can vary from person to person and require prompt, appropriate care.
  5. With the right support, children living with sickle cell can learn, play, dream and thrive.

Knowledge helps replace stigma with understanding.

Stories from the Circle

Every child has a story. Every caregiver has a journey.

Over the coming months, we'll be sharing real stories from families, healthcare professionals, volunteers and supporters whose lives have been touched by sickle cell disease.

Perhaps one day, we'll share yours too.

In the Oven

As Crescent Kids continues to grow, so does our commitment to supporting families through education, advocacy, community programmes and innovative solutions like the Eli Health App.

Going forward, this newsletter will also keep you informed about our latest programmes, partnerships, events and opportunities to get involved.

Resource Corner

Meet the Eli Health App

Did you know Crescent Kids has developed the Eli Health App to make trusted sickle cell information and support more accessible?

In future editions, we'll be sharing tips, updates and features to help you get the most from the app.

Stay tuned!

Resource Corner

One Small Way to Help This Month

If you found this letter helpful, forward it to one friend, family member or colleague who cares about children's health or sickle cell advocacy.

One share could help another family find the support they need.

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Community Corner

I'd love to hear from you.

What sickle cell topic would you like us to cover in a future edition?

Simply reply to this email, we read every response, and your ideas will help shape future editions of The Crescent Circle.

Thank you for reading the first of many of The Crescent Circle.

You and I are going to make history and I look forward to sharing more stories, resources and hope with you throughout the year.

Ciao Reader,

Rasheedat Ameen
Published by Crescent Kids

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Knowledge. Community. Impact.

The newsletter for a UK charity driving Digital Health Initiatives for kids and families impacted by Sickle Cell and Thalasseamia.

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