Dwayne Golden interviews Sickle Cell Disease advocate and patient, Michelle Par

Michelle shares her experiences growing up with Sickle Cell Disease and feeling different from her peers

The difficulty of getting others to understand the severity of her pain and the importance of having a support system in place

Michelle emphasizes the need to maintain a positive mindset and seek out support from family or support groups

Challenges of navigating work, school, motherhood, and relationships while living with Sickle Cell Disease

Michelle's message is one of resilience and hope, encouraging others to stay positive and seek out support in their own journey with Sickle Cell Disease.