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                        <p>Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United Kingdom. Around 18,500 people live with the condition, and approximately 300 babies are born with sickle cell disease each year, making it the fastest growing inherited blood disorder in the UK. Less visible, but equally important, is the number of people who [&hellip;]</p>
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