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PFFSC Walkathon


The Prosper Foundation Walkathon for the Sickle Cell Awareness was successful. Special thanks to my God, the Almighty for His grace and favor. Our gratitude also goes to all that showed up for the event, called to support and sponsors especially Amoize Magazine, Nigerian Nurses Dfw, ANPA North Texas, NPA Dallas, RayVal Foundation, Parkland Hospital, Parker University, UmuIgbo Unite etc

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Special Thanks to the United States Postal Service and Mr. James Gurney. The unveiling of the Sickle Cell disease Awareness Commemorative Stamp has made us all proud.

Contact Us

Prosper Foundation for Sickle Cell
P. O. Box 940184

Plano, Texas 75094
info@pffsc.org
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Prosper Foundation held various medical/vision mission trips in March. During these outreaches, we provided free medical and vision care to many who are in need.

It’s because of patients like the ones we have in the pictures that we feel called to provide medical and vision care around the world through hospitals, clinics and short-term outreaches. That care can give people a brighter future, without having to worry if basic ailments will take the lives of their loved ones. 

Our desire is to travel to the places where people need the most urgent care. This often sends us to some pretty remote locations, but the result is vital care that is literally saving lives.


Index of Blood Bank Information

  • Sickle Cell Summary for Blood Bank Staff
  • Transfusion Protocol - Indications and Calculations
  • N.I.H. Transfusion Guidelines
  • Sickle Cell Power Point Slide Shows
  • Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplant Resources
  • Stroke Prevention web links
  • Donate Blood for Sickle Cell Patients
  • New online book and handouts for patients and families
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What is Sickle Cell Disease?

Sickle Cell Disease is an inherited disease that affects our hemoglobin.  Inherited means it is passed from mothers and fathers to their children. Hemoglobin is a special protein substance inside the red blood cells that is responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs and takes it to every part of the body.  Every person has two copies of the hemoglobin gene.  A change in the hemoglobin from the normal hemoglobin type may cause the symptoms of Sickle Cell Disease.  Hemoglobin also gives blood its rich red color.

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