Musicians Destigmatize Sickle Cell Disease with NYU Researchers
NYU researchers partnered with Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold to launch an organization that uses music to reduce stigma and raise awareness around sickle cell disease.
The project, titled Building Engagement Through Music Artistry and Storytelling for Sickle Cell Disease (BEAT-SCD), was launched as part of the university's Arts & Impact Initiative.
The initiative was launched by Steinhardt professor Carlos Chirinos and Global Public Health professor Emmanuel Peprah in collaboration with the Adekunle Gold Foundation.
The project aims to reduce stigma and raise awareness around sickle cell disease through music.
Author's summary: NYU researchers partner with Adekunle Gold to destigmatize sickle cell disease.
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