Jonah Brown was diagnosed with Sickle Cell Anemia in elementary school. Thirty years later, Jonah gives incredible insight into how he has managed this disease and living a full life. By definition, sickle cell Anemia is genetically inherited disease effecting primarily people of African decent. The disease itself causes a sickling of red blood cells, that when congregated in parts of the body, can inhibit oxygen flow to parts of the body. For more information, check out these websites:
Sickle Cell Speaks
Mayo Clinic Sickle Cell