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By Alexandra Kukulka, Post Tribune Sherita Johnson, of Gary, said she’ll never forget receiving the call a week after her youngest child was born. With her other children, Johnson said she received a letter from the hospital stating that they have sickle cell trait. But, when Zedric Cook, who is now 8 years old, was a […]
Ben Davis student battles health condition while attending school
By: Lakyn McGee INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A new school year can be exciting for students, but for those with health conditions, it could be another story. Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center is where Xzayveon Garner, 15, has started his freshman year. His teachers know about...
Indiana adding $500k grant to support Hoosiers with sickle cell
By: Katiera Winfrey INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indiana is adding an extra $500,000 in grant funding to support Hoosiers living with sickle cell disease, which many say is a vital tool to support education and attack health disparities. Sickle cell is a condition most often...
Indiana increases funding for Sickle Cell care
By: Amicia Ramsey INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indiana lawmakers are stepping up efforts to support people living with Sickle Cell Disease. The state is allocating more money to help people impacted by the condition. Indiana is making a significant investment with an...