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  • Anemia, Sickle Cell

Beyond the Burden: Barriers and Unmet Needs in Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a complex, inherited blood disorder causing unpredictable pain crises, organ damage, and reduced quality of life and life expectancy. This activity examines the burden of SCD, the impact of stigma and systemic barriers, and emerging strategies to improve outcomes through individualized, evidence-based care.

Credit & MOC Details

Credit information is provided by the course provider. We recommend confirming credit eligibility with the provider or your licensing board before starting the activity.

Credit types

IPCE CreditsUp to 1.5 creditsAAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsNursingUp to 1.5 creditsPharmacyUp to 1.5 credits

MOC types

ABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 1.5 points

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Pricing

Free

Reported to ACCME by the provider

  • Board review / self-assessment
  • Credit · Up to 1.5 credits
  • MOC · Up to 1.5 points
  • Commercial Support
  • Released
    Oct 16, 2025
  • Last day to claim credit
    Nov 1, 2026 3 weeks left