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Today’s Faces of Sickle Cell Disease

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In honor of National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, NHLBI is sharing stories of patients, caregivers, and researchers, those whose lives have been touched by sickle cell disease. Learn about their strength and perseverance as they contribute to finding a widely available cure.

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Mosaic with profiles from the Faces of Sickle Cell feature

National Sickle Cell Awareness Month

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The NHLBI is dedicated to advancing research in sickle cell disease to improve treatment options and symptom management, with the goal of one day finding a widely available cure. Learn about our commitment to easing the burden of sickle cell disease here.

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3d illustration of sickled cells in bloodstream

Overweight and obesity rates are increasing in the US

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Increases in the size and amount of fat cells in the body cause overweight and obesity. Doctors measure body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference to screen and diagnose these conditions. Check out our newly updated Overweight and Obesity Health Topic.

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3D image of field of fat cells

Orloff Science Awards recognize NHLBI scientific achievements

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Named after long-time NHLBI intramural investigator Dr. Jack Orloff, the NHLBI DIR Orloff Science Awards emphasize the Division of Intramural Research teamwork. Learn about the outstanding scientific achievements of 2015 and 2016 Orloff Award winners here.

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Dr Altan-Bonnet in her lab looking into microscope

NHLBI Clinical Trials

Trustworthy guidelines should be based on a systematic evidence review, developed by panel of multidisciplinary experts, provide a clear explanation of the logical relationships between alternative care options and health outcomes, and provide ratings of both the quality of evidence and the strength of the recommendations.

NHLBI Systematic Evidence Reviews in development.

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COPD National Action Plan

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The COPD National Action Plan is the first-ever blueprint for a multi-faceted, unified fight against the disease. Developed at the request of Congress with input from the broad COPD community, it provides a comprehensive framework for action by those affected by the disease and those who care about reducing its burden. Learn more at COPD.NIH.GOV.

What's New

September 07, 2017
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NIH Innovation Conference - 2017
Spotlight on Research
Experimental gene-editing approach holds promise for curing sickle cell disease
August 31, 2017
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Facebook LIVE Event: Sickle Cell Research Directions: Advancing Toward a Widely Available Cure

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