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Sickle Cell
Episode 3 of 8
Hospital documentary. Through one of the most senior Matrons, the film crew meet two sufferers of sickle cell anaemia, a chronic condition about which little is known.
For the critically ill, nursing care is a lifeline, and a hospital ward can become a second home.
Sickle cell anaemia is a chronic condition which can put sufferers in hospital up to six times a year, yet we know precious little about one of the most commonly inherited diseases in Britain. Through one of Whipps' most senior Matrons, we meet two sufferers battling this disease.
Last on
Fri 30 Jan 200920:30
BBC One Scotland
