What Can People with SCD Do?
- Wear a mask
- Practice social distancing
It is especially important for people with medical conditions, such as SCD, that put them at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19, and those who live with them, to protect themselves from getting COVID-19. For more information, see CDC’s recommended precautions for people with medical conditions.
COVID-19 and Sickle Cell Disease: Frequently Asked Questions
Reference:
Coronavirus Disease Among Persons with Sickle Cell Disease, United States, March 20–May 21, 2020. Panepinto JA, Brandow A, Mucalo L, Yusuf F, Singh A, Taylor B, Payne AB, Peacock G, Schieve LA. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2020 Oct. https://doi.org/10.3201/eid2610.202792external icon
COVID-19 and Sickle Cell Disease: Frequently Asked Questions
Reference:
Coronavirus Disease Among Persons with Sickle Cell Disease, United States, March 20–May 21, 2020. Panepinto JA, Brandow A, Mucalo L, Yusuf F, Singh A, Taylor B, Payne AB, Peacock G, Schieve LA. Emerging Infectious Diseases. 2020 Oct. https://doi.org/10.3201/eid2610.202792external icon