My Struggle With Maintaining Positive Mental Health and Sickle Cell Disease
Throughout my lifetime, I’ve undergone traumatic experiences living with sickle cell disease that most people will never face ....
Latest Blog Posts from Lyric Porter
Why Blood Drives and Transfusions Will Always Be Crucial to Me
Blood is something that is constantly in motion throughout our bodies that we never feel, and most individuals rarely see ....
My Journey Through Figuring Out and Managing My Health Triggers
Throughout my journey living with sickle cell disease, it has always been like second nature for me to learn what my body likes and dislikes ....
What Connecting With Other Sickle Cell Disease Warriors Taught Me
I’ve always cherished the relationships I’ve developed with other people living with sickle cell disease. I’ve also depended on them to encourage ...
What Holidays Can Look Like for Someone Living With Sickle Cell Disease
One of the most frustrating issues I've faced has always been the lack of consideration my illness has for my plans ....
How Sickle Cell Disease Affects My Identity, Confidence, and Self-Esteem
As a teenager, there are so many things that can impact the personal perception you have of yourself and cause anxiety about how you think others may view you ....