Louisiana Man First Functionally Cured of Sickle Cell Disease
A 23-year-old New Orleans man has become the first in Louisiana to be functionally cured of sickle cell disease through gene therapy. This innovative treatment, which involves editing a patient’s own stem cells, was performed at Manning Family Children’s Hospital. Following this life-changing two-year journey, he aims to establish a nonprofit to support others facing similar challenges, emphasizing equitable access to treatment for all Louisianans affected by the disease.
John Q. Hosedrinker