My grandchild has sickle cell what should be done to keep her healthy?

Penicillin: Children less than 5 years of age should receive penicillin prophylaxis every day. They should receive their immunizations as scheduled, including annual influenza vaccines, Pneumovax 23 and Menactra vaccines at 2 years of age. The grand child should see a pediatric hematologist every 6 months. Lastly, fever of 101 degrees or higher is a medical emergency- see md immediately.

Good follow up: You grandchild should see a pediatric hematologist at a sickle cell disease center as soon as possible and follow up with them regularly. Getting routine health screening, starting Hydroxyurea therapy early and meticulously following up for fevers are very important to staying healthy with sickle disease.