The King's Fund: The implicit bias of sickle cell disease (19 June 2025)

Summary

Unfortunately, thousands endure the pain of sickle cell disease (SCD) in England. Yet this inherited condition remains one of the most misunderstood and underfunded health issues within the Black community. SCD has become one of the fastest growing genetic conditions in England, with 250 new cases every year. This blog from 

Although health outcomes have improved, evidence shows that long-term sufferers still feel marginalised. Their frustrations largely stem from a perceived lack of empathy in a health care system that does not fully recognise their struggles. When compounded with limited treatment pathways, these poor experiences leave many feeling neglected and unsupported. This blog from CJ Nwasike discusses sickle cell health inequalities.