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Cyntra Scott

Cyntra Scott

Cyntra D. Scott is a writer, educator and entrepreneur based in Maryland. Scott has written freelance articles on health, beauty, incarceration and education for publications nationwide. Cyntra is a vibrant advocate for sickle cell disease. She serves as vice president of Inspiring More Minds, a non-profit corporation that aims to improve the lives of individuals with sickle cell disease. Scott created her blog, Sickle Cell Savvy, to educate and inform readers about the various aspects of this bloodborne illness as well as to provide inspiration and encouragement.

Articles

Cyntra Scott

Don’t Overlook Eye Care

If you’re living with sickle cell disease, taking good care of your eyes is mandatory.

Cyntra Scott

It’s World Sickle Cell Day

World Sickle Cell Day is celebrated each year on June 19th and is a great opportunity for people to learn more about this chronic disease.

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On Bouncing Back From a Sickle Cell Crisis

Being out of commission can lead to feelings of depression, but it’s essential to your health to find a way to negotiate these bad times.

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One Year Out of the Hospital

As a frequent hospital patient, it’s not long before you learn the good, bad, and the ugly about a stay in these medical facilities.

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Start Collecting Those Resources

This year, I’m committed to creating a resource guide I think might help.

Cyntra Scott

Baby It’s Cold Outside

Unfortunately, cold weather and sickle cell crises are a frightening twosome for those of living with sickle cell disease.

Sickle Cell Disease and the Monster Called ’Pain Crisis’

A friend of mine living with sickle cell once said there’d be no point describing in describing the pain you feel during a crisis because it’s...

What Happens At A Sickle Cell Convention

The annual sickle cell convention is a great place for people living with sickle cell and those who love them, to meet people, learn informati...

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