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Living with sickle cell anemia

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Sickle Cell Anemia Guidance Expands Hydroxyurea Access

WHO recommends hydroxyurea for all children and adolescents with sickle cell anemia from 9 months to 19 years, shifting care toward early treatment regardless of symptom history.

Rayan Salih · September 2, 2026 · 7 min

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