Artist Honors Sickle Cell Warriors-Limited Edition Prints are for Sale!

CJ Smith is an contemporary abstract style artist whose style of black art depicts the lives & struggle of African-Americans in the urban society. Having grown up in Chicago, IL in the 1980’s, CJ Smith’s love for art was an avenue to express himself creatively. CJ Smith attended college and honed his arts skills even though majoring in communications. He decided to go into the military & served in the US Airforce for over 20-years in Europe & in the U.S. Now retired from the military, he has renewed his love for art as a form of relaxation, therapy & healing.

CJ Smith would like to have his art exhibited in the world’s most important metropolitan museums. But for now, he is most proud for working families to have the opportunity to purchase affordable quality black art for their homes. I want to thank artist CJ Smith for commissioning such a powerful piece of art for TOVA & raising Sickle Cell Awareness.

CJ Smith aka Craig Smith lives in Tampa, Florida. For more information about his art, he can be reached at

Facebook: CJ Smith Art Works

Craigj123@aol.com

    'In the Struggle I Rise'

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                 Limited Re-Prints are for Sale -$75.00 plus shipping & handling.

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With sincerest apologies, the Sickle Cell Run/Walk will be cancelled this year. We aim to keep this fun-filled event a staple in the community for years to come, though we acknowledge there have been many challenges along the way.

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James Faucett III Sickle Cell Awareness 5K Run/Walk

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In Service, 

Dr. Nina

TOVA Support Group will Resume Next Week

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Are you a Delaware State University Student living with Sickle Cell Anemia, Lupus or Chronic Pain?

HEALTHY HORNETS PROGRAM

Are you a DSU student living with Sickle Cell Anemia, Lupus or Chronic Pain?

Sign-Up for the Healthy Hornets Program

For more information, contact

Dr. Nina Anderson

nanderson@desu.edu or call (302) 857-7818

Specialty Care  Support   Resources   Equals College Success!

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Blood Donors are Needed -Sign Up Today

Did You Know?
Less than 1% of African-Americans, Hispanics & Asians are Blood Donors.  African-American blood donors are more likely to be a match for the majority of individuals with sickle cell disorder in the US, making them ideal donors to help sickle cell patients receiving regular blood transfusions. 

Diversity of the blood supply helps people with serious medical conditions and complications from blood transfusion. 

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Don't Get High and Drive

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 Heraclitus, a Greek philosopher, was quoted as saying "change is the only constant in life." And this has proved to be true when it comes to perceptions regarding the use of marijuana as well as laws dealing with marijuana. Marijuana is used to treat a number of conditions, including: chronic pain, seizures, cancer, and muscle spasms for those with multiple sclerosis and etc. But, marijuana poses some apparent risks such as impaired mental and physical performance. This may lead to an increase in car crashes. A 2018 study found that in states with legal recreational use of marijuana, crashes were up 6% compared with 4 neighboring states with restricted recreational use. When taken in high doses, marijuana can lead to hallucinations, paranoia, delusions, psychosis, and even schizophrenia. As more states legalize marijuana for recreational use, the affects marijuana has on an individual’s mental state while driving is something that will clearly have to be taken into consideration.
The federal government currently considers use of marijuana illegal. Ten (10) states have passed laws legalizing recreational use of marijuana, and five (5) other states are currently considering amending their laws. If an officer believes a driver is impaired, an Operating Under the Influence of Drugs (OUI) charge can be issued. Once a driver is arrested and brought back to the police station further assessments, tests and screenings can check for impairment. As the legal status of marijuana use changes, more considerations will have to be taken regarding the use of marijuana with operating vehicles. While any increase in motor vehicle accidents is cause for concern, motor vehicle accident increases pertaining to the use of marijuana draw special attention as laws continue to change. To avoid lengthy legal proceedings and court costs, Don’t Get High and Drive®.

Dr. Nina & Shayla Awolusi, MHSA
















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Did You Know: Traveling can combat Chronic Stress

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http://www.csyoungprofessionals.com/travel-therapy-mental-health-benefits-time-off/