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These famous black celebrities are carriers and advocates for Sickle Cell Disease

by Novieku Babatunde Adeola, 10:00am June 19, 2020,
7 Black Celebrities You May Not Know Have Sickle Cell Anemia

Tiki Barber

The former NFL star who suffers from Sickle Cell launched a national health education campaign dubbed, Be Sickle Smart, to raise awareness about the disease.

Barber Brothers MUT (@BarberBroMUT) | Twitter
Tika Barber(r) and his twin brother_Photo: Twitter

In an interview, Barber said: “I’m determined to get the message out”.

Last Edited by:Kent Mensah Updated: June 19, 2020

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