Research and Data Insights
Burden of employment loss and absenteeism in adults and caregivers of children with sickle cell disease
Adults with sickle cell disease have high rates of employment loss and absenteeism. 10.3% reported employment loss in the last 5 years due to hospitalizations, and 17.5% reported missing 10 or more days of work.
A well-trained workforce could help manage sickle cell disease more effectively, potentially reducing these employment impacts.
Myth vs. Fact
Myth: Hydroxyurea is only for patients with severe sickle cell disease.
Fact: Current guidelines recommend hydroxyurea for most children and adults with sickle cell disease, regardless of disease severity, to reduce pain crises and other complications
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