Publications

4 publications

1. 

   Accuracy of Self Reported Sickle Cell Status in Jamaica

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   Assess agreement between self-reported sickle cell status and laboratory results and examine sociodemographic differences. The authors highlighted expanded testing and education to improve knowledge of sickle cell status.

   Keywords: screeningsickle cell diseasesickle cell trait

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2. 

   Barriers to Hydroxyurea Use in Jamaican Children With Sickle Cell Disease

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   Identify barriers to hydroxyurea use among children with sickle cell disease. The authors proposed education for caregivers and clinicians to support informed use.

   Keywords: caregivershydroxyureasickle cell disease

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3. 

   Early Life Circumstances and Sickle Cell Outcomes in Jamaica

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   Assess associations between early-life circumstances, vaso-occlusive crises and hospitalisation. Early-life circumstances may contribute to variation in long-term sickle cell outcomes.

   Keywords: birthweightsickle cell diseasevaso-occlusive crisis

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4. 

   Menstrual Symptoms and Mental Health in Women With Sickle Cell Disease

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   Examine whether heavy menstrual bleeding and menstrual pain are associated with risk of depression or anxiety. The authors highlighted mental health screening and multidisciplinary care for women with severe menstrual pain.

   Keywords: anxietydepressionmenstrual healthsickle cell disease

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