Young patients battling sickle cell disease get special send-off at Broward Health before heading to Orlando summer camp

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) – Young patients from across several children’s hospitals in South Florida received a special send-off before departing for a summer camp in Orlando.

The children and teens, who all suffer from sickle cell disease, enjoyed a fun-filled Thursday morning at Broward Health Medical Center with a tasty breakfast and a chance to receive any needed medication before hitting the road.

Broward Health President and CEO Shane Strum said the unique opportunity offers the children a chance to interact with others similiar to them…

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