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Demographics and Clinical Characteristics of Study Population
| N= 20 | % | |
|---|---|---|
| Age, mean (SD) | 44.0 | 12.2 |
| African American/Black | 20 | 100.0 |
| Female | 13 | 65.0 |
| Ever Prescribed HU | 11 | 55.0 |
| Years Taking HU (If Prescribed), mean (SD) | 10.4 | 4.7 |
| Self-Reported HU Treatment Status at Time of Interview* | ||
| Current | 3 | 15.0 |
| Never | 4 | 20.0 |
| Current, Resumed | 6 | 30.0 |
| Stopped | 7 | 35.0 |
Participants self-reported their HU treatment status during the qualitative interview.
