Sickle Cell Disease Awareness

Sickle cell disease is an inherited condition that can cause severe pain, serious infections and other complications. Learn what it is, who is affected, how to recognise a sickle cell crisis and when to call 999, and how health, care, education and workplace staff can support people with respect and without delay.

This course provides general awareness only. It does not replace clinical assessment, training from a qualified professional, or your organisation’s policies and procedures, and it is not an accredited qualification. If someone is seriously unwell, call 999.