The Invisible Wounds: How Stigma and Discrimination Hurt Sickle Cell Warriors
Living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) brings immense physical pain, but often, the deepest wounds are from stigma and discrimination. From childhood exclusion to workplace denials and social prejudice, Sickle Cell Warriors constantly face misunderstanding and doubt. This post reveals the hurtful realities of living with SCD and calls for the understanding, inclusion, and dignity that every warrior deserves.