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Should i join the united states air force with sickle cell disease?
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No: All branches of military service Prohibit the enlistment of individuals with sickle cell disease. Persons with sickle trait can serve, however, .
Answered 11/7/2017
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I think not: I believe sickle cell disease is an exclusion to join the us military but trait is not. You should call your local air force recruiter and ask them specifically.
Answered 11/7/2017
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