Hematology
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Association of neighborhood indices on outcomes of patients with proliferative sickle retinopathy.
June 28, 2026 · Journal of the National Medical Association
Key takeaway
Where you live didn't impact how severe sickle cell eye disease was or how well treatments worked for Black patients in this study. This means that everyone with this condition needs strong community support to deal with many follow-up appointments.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in hematology helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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