The Need for Primary Care Physicians and Nurses in Sickle Cell Disease Care
Myth: Primary care has a limited role in sickle cell disease care.
The Need for Nurses and Community Health Workers in Sickle Cell Disease Care
Myth: General clinical training is enough; there’s no need for disease-specific workforce development in sickle cell care.
Surveillance and Monitoring
Myth: Public health efforts cannot reduce gaps in sickle cell disease care.
Healthcare Access and Transition Support
Myth: Workforce development programs for sickle cell disease are unnecessary because existing healthcare training is sufficient.
Education, Awareness, and Multifaceted Care
Myth: Public health professionals have a limited role in sickle cell disease care.
Newborn Screening and Social Support
Myth: Community health workers are not qualified to support sickle cell disease care.