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Just as it is important for individuals to know their own sickle cell status (preferably before having children) so it is to know the status of their children. If a child, unfortunately, has the disease then all stakeholders - parents, health care providers, community support workers, teachers, employers, and the community at large, must do everything in their power to give the child a chance at the best quality of life possible. This will entail putting in place all the services and support the child will need to treat and manage their condition for the rest of their lives.
Just as it is important for individuals to know their own sickle cell status (preferably before having children) so it is to know the status of their children. If a child, unfortunately, has the disease then all stakeholders - parents, health care providers, community support workers, teachers, employers, and the community at large, must do everything in their power to give the child a chance at the best quality of life possible. This will entail putting in place all the services and support the child will need to treat and manage their condition for the rest of their lives.