On this episode, Dr. Z and Dr. C talk to a panel of Sickle Cell warriors who were part of the RISE UP campaign. RISE UP is the name of Agios’ phase two and phase three clinical trial for Sickle Cell Disease. The campaign itself was directed by the warriors to help the community know about the trial, to help educate, to help answer any questions they may have or break down any myths that they have, about participating in a clinical trial. On this panel the docs speak with Teonna Woolford, Dominique Friend, Blaze Eppinger, Golie Lorenzo Green, DeMitrious Wyant & Tristian Jones.

SHOW DESCRIPTION

Cheat Codes is intended for patients, caregivers, providers, and the greater community of people who are impacted by Sickle Cell Disease.  Each episode, Cheat Codes strives to provide listeners with critical education, the latest scientific updates, and voices from the Sickle Cell community.  

TRANSPARENCY STATEMENT

Cheat Codes is made possible by Agios Pharmaceuticals Inc. Visit Agios.com to learn more. The following Agios-supported programs are intended for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice. Please speak with your healthcare professional before making any treatment decisions. Host featured in this episode have been compensated for their time.