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James Griffin III was always told that he was a good writer. He took his gifts and shared his story as a sickle cell warrior "Breaking Silence." He spoke with Mia Robinson about growing up with sickle cell disease and advocacy work.
Show Notes
Finding your voice as a Sickle Cell Warrior
James Griffin is a warrior and sickle cell advocate who lives in Wisconsin. In this episode, he spoke with Mia Robinson about his book "Breaking Silence."
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Today's show is brought to you by the Creative Elixir segment with Mia Robinson. The Vitamin SC3 Podcast is powered by The Sickle Cell Community Consortium.
About James Griffin III
James Griffin was diagnosed with sickle cell at the age of two. He is a writer, speaker, sickle cell advocate and a published author. He is best known for his book Breaking Silence: Living With Sickle Cell Anemia. In 2012, he began advocating for sickle cell, and since then he has been
using his voice to make an impact to change the lives of others. As a sickle cell advocate his goal is to improve the quality of care for patients within the medical systems around the world, and eliminate the stigmas and biases associated with this condition. James has spoken in front of healthcare professionals, future med students; including at one of the most prestigious institutions, Harvard University, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, patients, caregivers, and state legislators. Along with that he has been a feature on television, in health magazines, online in news articles, and other media outlets all centered around awareness for sickle cell. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and continues to support and build partnerships with sickle cell nonprofit organizations locally and nationally.
About James Griffin III
James Griffin was diagnosed with sickle cell at the age of two. He is a writer, speaker, sickle cell advocate and a published author. He is best known for his book Breaking Silence: Living With Sickle Cell Anemia. In 2012, he began advocating for sickle cell, and since then he has been
using his voice to make an impact to change the lives of others. As a sickle cell advocate his goal is to improve the quality of care for patients within the medical systems around the world, and eliminate the stigmas and biases associated with this condition. James has spoken in front of healthcare professionals, future med students; including at one of the most prestigious institutions, Harvard University, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, patients, caregivers, and state legislators. Along with that he has been a feature on television, in health magazines, online in news articles, and other media outlets all centered around awareness for sickle cell. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and continues to support and build partnerships with sickle cell nonprofit organizations locally and nationally.
Sickle Cell Warrior the breakdown of the conversation
- The process of writing "Breaking Silence" (Timestamp 12:25)
- Did writing the book help you process some of the emotions that come with living with sickle cell? (Timestamp 15:10)
- What motivates you to continue to go on despite sickle cell issues that may come your way? (Timestamp 16:30)
- It's good to be around positive people (Timestamp 18:20)
- What are some of the things you do to stay healthy? (Timestamp 18:40)
- Transition and comprehensive care in the Sickle Cell Community (Timestamp 23:00)
Breaking Silence: Living With Sickle Cell Anemia
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Email: JamesGriffin3@yahoo.com
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