Diagnosed with sickle cell disease at just two years old, Marvin Banks has faced immense challenges. From the loss of his twin sister to sickle cell disease, to navigating a health care system that often didn’t understand his pain, Marvin’s story is a testament to resilience. “Sickle cell disease is not a joke,” Marvin says. His advice? "Listen to your patient." Now 54, Marvin shares his journey to inspire others and advocate for better care. sicklecellmn.org/scdc/projects #SickleCellAwarenessMonth #PatientAdvocacy #HealthcareJourney