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        <title>Warriors Within: Stories of Sickle Cell</title>
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        <itunes:summary>FSCDR TV presents Warriors Within: The Stories of Sickle Cell Disease a podcast series dedicated to raising awareness about Sickle Cell Disease, and more importantly, celebrating the strength and resilience of sickle cell warriors and their families. Through heartfelt stories, expert insights, and supportive dialogues, the podcast aims to create a community of understanding, hope, and empowerment.

The goal is to raise awareness and educate the general public about Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) – its causes, symptoms, challenges, and treatments. To empower the community by providing a platform for sickle cell warriors and their families to share their stories, creating a space for support, understanding, and empowerment. To bridge the gap and connect the general public, sickle cell warriors, medical professionals, and researchers, fostering a community of solidarity and mutual respect.</itunes:summary>
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                <itunes:title>Sickle Cell Podcast: Warriors Within S1E2 | Patricia Sweeting: Thriving in College with Sickle Cell</itunes:title>
                <title>Sickle Cell Podcast: Warriors Within S1E2 | Patricia Sweeting: Thriving in College with Sickle Cell</title>

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                <itunes:summary>Balancing sickle cell disease and the demands of higher education is no small feat — but Patricia Sweeting has done it with unwavering positivity. In this episode of Warriors Within, she shares how she navigated campus life, found her footing, and became a source of strength for those around her.

What you’ll hear:

• How Patricia managed her health while meeting academic demands

• The mindset and strategies that kept her going

• Practical guidance for Warriors in academic settings



Learn more about the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research: https://www.fscdr.org



Subscribe to FSCDR for more stories, research highlights, and insights from the sickle cell community.

#WarriorsWithin #SickleCellDisease #SickleCellWarrior #FSCDR #FSCDRtv #CollegeAndHealth #sicklecellawareness 



About Warriors Within

Warriors Within is a video podcast series from the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) that shares authentic conversations with individuals living with sickle cell disease, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and advocates. Each episode highlights personal stories, practical experiences, and the resilience of the sickle cell community.



About the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR)

Though sickle cell disease was scientifically discovered over a century ago, it has remained underfunded and underserved for far too long. At FSCDR, we’re changing that. Through education, research, and compassionate care, we aim to ensure that every Warrior has the opportunity to live a long, healthy, and pain-free life. FSCDR’s network of Sickle Cell Centers of Excellence is dedicated to serving Warriors and helping them thrive. 



Learn more about the FSCDR:

https://www.fscdr.org



Find a Sickle Cell Center of Excellence near you:

https://www.fscdrllc.com



Subscribe to the FSCDR YouTube Channel and turn on notifications for the latest expert presentations, patient stories, groundbreaking research, educational sessions, and inspiring voices from across the global sickle cell community.</itunes:summary>
                <description><![CDATA[<p><span>Balancing sickle cell disease and the demands of higher education is no small feat — but Patricia Sweeting has done it with unwavering positivity. In this episode of Warriors Within, she shares how she navigated campus life, found her footing, and became a source of strength for those around her.</span></p><p><span>What you’ll hear:</span></p><p><span>• How Patricia managed her health while meeting academic demands</span></p><p><span>• The mindset and strategies that kept her going</span></p><p><span>• Practical guidance for Warriors in academic settings</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Learn more about the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research: https://www.fscdr.org</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Subscribe to FSCDR for more stories, research highlights, and insights from the sickle cell community.</span></p><p><span>#WarriorsWithin #SickleCellDisease #SickleCellWarrior #FSCDR #FSCDRtv #CollegeAndHealth #sicklecellawareness </span></p><p><br></p><p><span>About Warriors Within</span></p><p><span>Warriors Within is a video podcast series from the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) that shares authentic conversations with individuals living with sickle cell disease, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and advocates. Each episode highlights personal stories, practical experiences, and the resilience of the sickle cell community.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>About the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR)</span></p><p><span>Though sickle cell disease was scientifically discovered over a century ago, it has remained underfunded and underserved for far too long. At FSCDR, we’re changing that. Through education, research, and compassionate care, we aim to ensure that every Warrior has the opportunity to live a long, healthy, and pain-free life. FSCDR’s network of Sickle Cell Centers of Excellence is dedicated to serving Warriors and helping them thrive. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Learn more about the FSCDR:</span></p><p><span>https://www.fscdr.org</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Find a Sickle Cell Center of Excellence near you:</span></p><p><span>https://www.fscdrllc.com</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Subscribe to the FSCDR YouTube Channel and turn on notifications for the latest expert presentations, patient stories, groundbreaking research, educational sessions, and inspiring voices from across the global sickle cell community.</span></p>]]></description>
                <content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Balancing sickle cell disease and the demands of higher education is no small feat — but Patricia Sweeting has done it with unwavering positivity. In this episode of Warriors Within, she shares how she navigated campus life, found her footing, and became a source of strength for those around her.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;What you’ll hear:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;• How Patricia managed her health while meeting academic demands&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;• The mindset and strategies that kept her going&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;• Practical guidance for Warriors in academic settings&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Learn more about the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research: https://www.fscdr.org&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Subscribe to FSCDR for more stories, research highlights, and insights from the sickle cell community.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;#WarriorsWithin #SickleCellDisease #SickleCellWarrior #FSCDR #FSCDRtv #CollegeAndHealth #sicklecellawareness &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;About Warriors Within&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Warriors Within is a video podcast series from the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) that shares authentic conversations with individuals living with sickle cell disease, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and advocates. Each episode highlights personal stories, practical experiences, and the resilience of the sickle cell community.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;About the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Though sickle cell disease was scientifically discovered over a century ago, it has remained underfunded and underserved for far too long. At FSCDR, we’re changing that. Through education, research, and compassionate care, we aim to ensure that every Warrior has the opportunity to live a long, healthy, and pain-free life. FSCDR’s network of Sickle Cell Centers of Excellence is dedicated to serving Warriors and helping them thrive. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Learn more about the FSCDR:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://www.fscdr.org&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Find a Sickle Cell Center of Excellence near you:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;https://www.fscdrllc.com&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span&gt;Subscribe to the FSCDR YouTube Channel and turn on notifications for the latest expert presentations, patient stories, groundbreaking research, educational sessions, and inspiring voices from across the global sickle cell community.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded>
                
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                <itunes:title>Sickle Cell Podcast: Warriors Within S1E1 | Shantia Woodley: Psychological Battles of Sickle Cell</itunes:title>
                <title>Sickle Cell Podcast: Warriors Within S1E1 | Shantia Woodley: Psychological Battles of Sickle Cell</title>

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                <itunes:summary>The pain of sickle cell disease isn’t only physical — and Shantia Woodley knows that better than most. In the premiere episode of Warriors Within, she shares her journey through the mental and emotional weight of living with sickle cell disease, and how she transformed her pain into power.

What you’ll hear:
• The untold psychological toll of living with sickle cell
• Personal strategies Shantia uses to manage stress and anxiety
• How families and caregivers can provide meaningful support

Learn more about the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research: 
https://www.fscdr.org

Subscribe to FSCDR for more stories, research highlights, and insights from the sickle cell community.

#WarriorsWithin #SickleCellDisease #SickleCellWarrior #MentalHealth #FSCDR #FSCDRtv #sicklecellawareness 

About Warriors Within
Warriors Within is a video podcast series from the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) that shares authentic conversations with individuals living with sickle cell disease, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and advocates. Each episode highlights personal stories, practical experiences, and the resilience of the sickle cell community.

About the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR)
Though sickle cell disease was scientifically discovered over a century ago, it has remained underfunded and underserved for far too long. At FSCDR, we’re changing that. Through education, research, and compassionate care, we aim to ensure that every Warrior has the opportunity to live a long, healthy, and pain-free life. FSCDR’s network of Sickle Cell Centers of Excellence is dedicated to serving Warriors and helping them thrive. 

Learn more about the FSCDR:
https://www.fscdr.org

Find a Sickle Cell Center of Excellence near you:
https://www.fscdrllc.com

Subscribe to the FSCDR YouTube Channel and turn on notifications for the latest expert presentations, patient stories, groundbreaking research, educational sessions, and inspiring voices from across the global sickle cell community.</itunes:summary>
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