Balancing sickle cell disease and the demands of higher education is no small feat — but Patricia Sweeting has done it with unwavering positivity. In this episode of Warriors Within, she shares how she navigated campus life, found her footing, and became a source of strength for those around her.

What you’ll hear:

• How Patricia managed her health while meeting academic demands

• The mindset and strategies that kept her going

• Practical guidance for Warriors in academic settings

Learn more about the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research: https://www.fscdr.org

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About Warriors Within

Warriors Within is a video podcast series from the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) that shares authentic conversations with individuals living with sickle cell disease, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and advocates. Each episode highlights personal stories, practical experiences, and the resilience of the sickle cell community.

About the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR)

Though sickle cell disease was scientifically discovered over a century ago, it has remained underfunded and underserved for far too long. At FSCDR, we’re changing that. Through education, research, and compassionate care, we aim to ensure that every Warrior has the opportunity to live a long, healthy, and pain-free life. FSCDR’s network of Sickle Cell Centers of Excellence is dedicated to serving Warriors and helping them thrive.

Learn more about the FSCDR:

https://www.fscdr.org

Find a Sickle Cell Center of Excellence near you:

https://www.fscdrllc.com

Subscribe to the FSCDR YouTube Channel and turn on notifications for the latest expert presentations, patient stories, groundbreaking research, educational sessions, and inspiring voices from across the global sickle cell community.

The pain of sickle cell disease isn’t only physical — and Shantia Woodley knows that better than most. In the premiere episode of Warriors Within, she shares her journey through the mental and emotional weight of living with sickle cell disease, and how she transformed her pain into power.

What you’ll hear:

• The untold psychological toll of living with sickle cell

• Personal strategies Shantia uses to manage stress and anxiety

• How families and caregivers can provide meaningful support

Learn more about the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research:

https://www.fscdr.org

Subscribe to FSCDR for more stories, research highlights, and insights from the sickle cell community.

#WarriorsWithin #SickleCellDisease #SickleCellWarrior #MentalHealth #FSCDR #FSCDRtv #sicklecellawareness

About Warriors Within

Warriors Within is a video podcast series from the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) that shares authentic conversations with individuals living with sickle cell disease, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and advocates. Each episode highlights personal stories, practical experiences, and the resilience of the sickle cell community.

About the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR)

Though sickle cell disease was scientifically discovered over a century ago, it has remained underfunded and underserved for far too long. At FSCDR, we’re changing that. Through education, research, and compassionate care, we aim to ensure that every Warrior has the opportunity to live a long, healthy, and pain-free life. FSCDR’s network of Sickle Cell Centers of Excellence is dedicated to serving Warriors and helping them thrive.

Learn more about the FSCDR:

https://www.fscdr.org

Find a Sickle Cell Center of Excellence near you:

https://www.fscdrllc.com

Subscribe to the FSCDR YouTube Channel and turn on notifications for the latest expert presentations, patient stories, groundbreaking research, educational sessions, and inspiring voices from across the global sickle cell community.