My Blood, Your Blood
A children's book about the power of blood donation.
Angel has sickle cell. That means sometimes she needs extra help - like receiving blood from generous people called donors. But who are these kind-hearted heroes? And what is it really like to live with sickle cell?
In this uplifting story inspired by the real-life experiences of Angel Salami, author Laura Henry-Allain MBE demystifies sickle cell and celebrates the life-changing power of blood donation.
My Blood, Your Blood is a story of resilience, community, and the amazing things we can do when we care for one another - because it's in our blood to save lives.
Why this book matters
There is an urgent need for more people of Black heritage to become blood donors to help people with sickle cell like Angel.
- Sickle cell is the fastest-growing genetic condition in the UK.
- Around 300 babies are born with sickle cell every year.
- People of Black heritage are 10 times more likely to have the blood subtypes needed for sickle cell treatment.
Where to find the book
- Free copies were given to every child in reception classes in all primary schools across Brixton during Sickle Cell Awareness Month.
- Available to borrow at Brixton Library, Clapham Library, Minet Library and Carnegie Library.
- Other Brixton community venues.
You can also pick up a copy at some of our donor centres.
Meet the real Angel
Angel, now 13, lives in London and has received 2 blood transfusions. Alongside her dad Kehinde, who also has sickle cell, she wants to show how blood donors save lives.
