Latest Blog Posts from Dunstan Nicol-Wilson

Why I Think Everyone Needs to Talk About Sickle Cell Disease

Why I Think Everyone Needs to Talk About Sickle Cell Disease

Everyone needs to talk about sickle cell disease because it is one of the fastest-growing genetic conditions in the world ....

ByDunstan Nicol-WilsonJanuary 10, 2024
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Managing My Mental Health With Sickle Cell Disease

Managing My Mental Health With Sickle Cell Disease

Managing my mental health has been part of my success in reducing my crisis and improving my overall health with sickle cell disease ....

ByDunstan Nicol-WilsonDecember 20, 2023
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Be Mindful of Your Words: What Not to Say to Someone With Sickle Cell Disease

Be Mindful of Your Words: What Not to Say to Someone With Sickle Cell Disease

Over the years, I have heard so many comments made directly and indirectly to me that have affected me. I have had assumptions and expectations placed on me ...

ByDunstan Nicol-WilsonDecember 13, 2023
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Why I Don't Like Going to the ER With Sickle Cell Disease

Why I Don't Like Going to the ER With Sickle Cell Disease

Nobody enjoys being in the hospital, and I hate when a crisis forces me to call an ambulance. This hate stems from the severe pain from a crisis ...

ByDunstan Nicol-WilsonNovember 22, 2023
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How I Travel With Sickle Cell Disease

How I Travel With Sickle Cell Disease

Traveling is a real passion of mine; I enjoy seeing new things and immersing myself in different cultures – primarily through the local cuisine ....

ByDunstan Nicol-WilsonNovember 8, 2023
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How COVID Affected Me With Sickle Cell Disease

How COVID Affected Me With Sickle Cell Disease

The peak of the COVID-19 pandemic was a crazy time for us all. Right now, it feels like a period that didn’t happen ....

ByDunstan Nicol-WilsonOctober 18, 2023
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