American Society of Hematology: Food Deserts, Limited Access to Transportation Linked to More Complications Among Preschool Children With SCD
October 08, 2024
October 08, 2024
WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Hematology issued the following news release:
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Social factors significantly affected patient health despite wrap-around care
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A new study finds that preschool-aged children with sickle cell disease (SCD) who live in food deserts and have limited access to transportation are at greater risk for acute complications and hospitalizations, despite receiving free evidence-based therapy . . .
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Social factors significantly affected patient health despite wrap-around care
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A new study finds that preschool-aged children with sickle cell disease (SCD) who live in food deserts and have limited access to transportation are at greater risk for acute complications and hospitalizations, despite receiving free evidence-based therapy . . .