Young South Carolina girl leads fight against sickle cell
October 14, 2024 | Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
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During a recent government meeting, the absence of Ashanti Pickens, the 2024 National American Miss South Carolina preteen, was noted, sparking discussions about her impactful advocacy work. Ashanti, who is a patient with sickle cell disease, has been recognized for her efforts to raise awareness about the condition. She is set to become one of the youngest individuals in South Carolina to receive a treatment aimed at curing sickle cell, following in the footsteps of her brother, who has already undergone successful treatment.
The meeting highlighted Ashanti's achievements and her commitment to her platform, which focuses on finding solutions for those affected by sickle cell disease. Officials expressed hope that she would be able to attend future meetings to share her experiences and insights.
Following this tribute, Dr. Joe Aniello was scheduled to address traffic issues in the city of Florence, indicating a shift in focus to local infrastructure concerns. The meeting underscored the importance of community engagement and the role of young advocates in addressing health challenges.
The meeting highlighted Ashanti's achievements and her commitment to her platform, which focuses on finding solutions for those affected by sickle cell disease. Officials expressed hope that she would be able to attend future meetings to share her experiences and insights.
Following this tribute, Dr. Joe Aniello was scheduled to address traffic issues in the city of Florence, indicating a shift in focus to local infrastructure concerns. The meeting underscored the importance of community engagement and the role of young advocates in addressing health challenges.
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