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About Dima
Dima Hendricks, a resilient sickle cell advocate and co-founder of #ThroughThePain Inc., has dedicated over two decades to championing health awareness. Her journey includes conducting health workshops and contributing to various panel discussions. Collaborating with esteemed organizations like the American Red Cross and the American Heart and Stroke Association, Dima has extended her impact in the health community.
In addition to her advocacy, Dima has an impressive history in pageantry. She has earned titles such as Miss Black Dorchester USA, Miss Black Massachusetts USA, Mrs. Massachusetts International, and the 2024 International Mrs New England. Her experience in the pageant world spans over ten years, during which she has taken on roles as a director, coach, and judge.
Dima's inspiring story of overcoming obstacles is captured in her book "Unleashing Royalty," where readers can discover her journey to triumph.
Press
YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts announces "Women of Distinction" awardees | New Bedford Guide |October 2024
A New Podcast Abo|ut Gene Therapy Is Set To Premiere On World Sickle Cell Day |Essence Magazine | June 2024
Dima Hendricks: A Crown of Triumph | American Red Cross video | January 2024
Sickle cell disease activists gather at Massachusetts State House | WCVB5 ABC Interview article | January 2024
Dima Hendricks and Sickle Cell | WCVB5 ABC Interview | October 2023
Fighting the Unseen: Sickle Cell Warrior’s Quest to Break Stigmas & Save Lives | Blackdoctor.org article | October 2023
How a national blood shortage could impact people with sickle cell disease | CNN Interview | September 2023
Basic Black: Sickle cell disease is excruciating. Why aren't there more treatments? | GBH news article | August 2023
After decades of neglect, sickle cell disease could soon be transformed with gene-based therapies | Boston globe article | June 2023
2023 Boston Heroes Breakfast - Red Cross Blood Services Hero Dima Hendricks | American Red Cross Massachusetts video | April 2023
Meet Dima Hendricks | Sickle Cell Health Coach & Founder of #ThroughThePain Inc. | Shoutout LA story | January 2023
How This Sickle Cell Warrior Is Thriving Through The Pain. A Chat With Dima Hendricks | Stay At Home Mom? Yeah Right! apple podcast | 2023
Dima Hendricks | How painful does it feel living with sickle cell disease? | GBH News Interview | 2023
James Maple and Dima Hendricks of #ThroughThePain | BloodStream Media Podcast | 2023
For Love w/ Dima Hendricks | YMCA of greater Boston podcast episode | July 2022
AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Dima Hendricks | Bust A Move With Pam Reece apple podcast | 2020
Sickle Cell Anemia Survivor & Patient Advocate | Dima Hendricks | Patient Orator video | February 2019
Dima's Books
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