Sickle Cell
Is Sickle Cell Contagious?
No
Is Diabetes Contagious?
No
Is Hypertension Contagious
No
Which Blood type can be given to all types?
O negative
What are the affected age groups
All ages are affected
What does diabetes affect?
Insulin and Blood Sugar
What is High Blood Pressure
the pressure of blood is too high
How much time do you need to spend being active a day?
30 minutes
What is the statistic for Sickle Cell Disease in births
1 in 500
What is Type 1 diabetes
Body is unable to make insulin
What causes Hypertension
Unhealthy Lifestyle
How much sleep is recommended every night?
7-9 hours
What is the statistics of Sickle Cell Trait in births
1 in 13
What is Type 2 Diabetes
The body is unable to use Insulin
What are some treatments?
Regularly exercising and maintaining a healthy diet to maintain a healthy weight.
Quit smoking and limit the consumption of alcohol
Medication might also be prescribed
What do White Blood Cells do
Fight Infection and Diseases
What is the cure?
hematopoietic stem cell transplantation or HSCT
How many adults are affected?
1 in 11
What are some symptoms?
Enlarged or weakened heart
Aneurysm
Blood vessels narrowing in the kidneys leading to kidney failure
Blood vessels in the eyes rupture leading to vision problems or blindness
What do Red Blood Cells do
Carry Oxygen