Pamela's story

Pamela has Sickle Cell Anaemia, an inherited blood disorder which means her blood cells are sickle shaped making it difficult for them to circulate around the body. Hear what she has to say about living with the intense pain that can strike at any time, anywhere in her body.

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Teacher Factsheet

Our teacher factsheet provides an overview of Pamela's film together with key facts which can be used with the teacher notes and class activities. pdf

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