Scanca, Inc. - Sickle Cell Association of the National Capital Area, Inc.

06/16/2026

Special thanks to Novo Nordisk for their support of our Wellness Talk event TODAY at 6:30 PM. Register here! https://forms.gle/C5y7qS23rdkpH6zZ6

06/16/2026

What are you doing today? Hopefully you're joining us for the virtual WELLNESS TALK with expert physician Dr. David Bowman from Howard University College of Medicine! We'll discuss the importance of lifestyle choices, stress, relationships and other factors that impact our health, especially when living with a chronic condition like sickle cell disease. The event starts at 6:30 PM ET.

If you are able to attend the virtual session, you will then be invited to enjoy some time ROLLING WITH THE WARRIORS on June 25th at AMF Bowling Lanes in Hyattsville, MD, for free bowling, food and great times!

Register here! https://forms.gle/VUYfU4NYjJX7UCWq8

06/19/2025

🌎As we celebrate world sickle cell day and sickle cell warriors, parents, and caregivers, awareness and education is an important aspect to create a better community for the sickle cell community.

🩸Please take the time out to read, like, and share this post with a friend to spread awareness today! If posting on your story, use hashtag

06/04/2025

06/04/2025

Please join this webinar to discuss the transition process into adult care for sickle cell patients with panelists from the perspectives of young warriors, caregivers, and doctors. During this webinar it will be an opportunity to voice YOUR questions and concerns about transitioning into adult care.

04/17/2025

SCHOLARSHIP ALERT 🚨
It’s that time again! Here is a scholarship opportunity for sickle cell warriors or anyone diagnosed with a rare disease

04/17/2025

ATTENTION STUDENTS! ⭐️🎓✏️
Scholarship Opportunities for Sickle Cell Warriors are available now. Please see links in our bio for more info

04/17/2025

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

Sickle Cell Warriors attending IN PERSON will receive a $10 AMAZON gift card as a thank you for attending. You MUST pre-register for the event (button below) to be eligible. ALSO- some warriors may have the opportunity to do a brief interview for a documentary. If interested, email [email protected]

We hope you will join us for this engaging event! Donations will support Rana Pediatric Fund which helps support this event and children and families with sickle cell disease or other chronic conditions.

⭐️Link in bio!⭐️

Howard University Pediatrics and Child Health
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.ranapediatricfund.org

04/08/2025

You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated (Maya Angelou)