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Student perspectives on managing sickle cell disease at school.

Naeha HaridasaMichael Rutledge DeBaunMaureen SangerTilicia L Mayo-Gamble
Published in: Pediatric blood & cancer (2018)
Students with SCD advocated strongly for their needs at school to attain their education. However, they perceived school personnel to lack knowledge about SCD management. This could be overcome with a handbook specific for teachers of students with SCD that could address each of the five themes.
Keyphrases
  • high school
  • sickle cell disease
  • physical activity
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • depressive symptoms
  • social support
  • quality improvement